Fort Madison Elementary School serves 932 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Madison Elementary School's student population of 932 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
932 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fort Madison Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
3%
7%
White
77%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Fort Madison Elementary School?
932 students attend Fort Madison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Fort Madison Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Madison Elementary School?
Fort Madison Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Madison Elementary School offer ?
Fort Madison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Fort Madison Elementary School part of?
Fort Madison Elementary School is part of Fort Madison Comm School District.
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