Horace Mann Elementary School

521 N Dodge St
Iowa City, IA 52245
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 229 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Horace Mann Elementary School ranks in the top 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to 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 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 229 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 50% in IA
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Horace Mann Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Horace Mann Elementary School's student population of 229 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

School Rankings

Horace Mann Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horace Mann Elementary School is 0.56, 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.
This School
State Level (IA)
#566 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
70-74%
68%
70-74%
70%
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
18%
7%
White
63%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Horace Mann Elementary School's ranking?
Horace Mann Elementary School is ranked #566 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Horace Mann Elementary School?
229 students attend Horace Mann Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Horace Mann Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horace Mann Elementary School?
Horace Mann Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Horace Mann Elementary School offer ?
Horace Mann Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horace Mann Elementary School part of?
Horace Mann Elementary School is part of Iowa City Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Horace Mann Elementary School located?
Horace Mann Elementary School is located in the Mann neighborhood of Iowa City, IA.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 229 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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