Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ernest Horn Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ernest Horn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ernest Horn Elementary School's student population of 430 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ernest Horn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ernest Horn Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#823 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
42%
7%
White
39%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ernest Horn Elementary School's ranking?
Ernest Horn Elementary School is ranked #823 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Ernest Horn Elementary School often compared to?
Ernest Horn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weber Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Ernest Horn Elementary School?
430 students attend Ernest Horn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Ernest Horn Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ernest Horn Elementary School?
Ernest Horn Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ernest Horn Elementary School offer ?
Ernest Horn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ernest Horn Elementary School part of?
Ernest Horn Elementary School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Ernest Horn Elementary School located?
Ernest Horn Elementary School is located in the Horn neighborhood of Iowa City, IA.
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