Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Helen Lemme Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Helen Lemme Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Helen Lemme 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 Helen Lemme Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#642 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
13%
Black
12%
7%
White
64%
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
33%
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 Helen Lemme Elementary School's ranking?
Helen Lemme Elementary School is ranked #642 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Helen Lemme Elementary School often compared to?
Helen Lemme Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Lucas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Helen Lemme Elementary School?
371 students attend Helen Lemme Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Helen Lemme Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helen Lemme Elementary School?
Helen Lemme Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Helen Lemme Elementary School offer ?
Helen Lemme Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Helen Lemme Elementary School part of?
Helen Lemme Elementary School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Helen Lemme Elementary School located?
Helen Lemme Elementary School is located in the Lemme neighborhood of Iowa City, IA.
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