Serving 294 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Iola Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iola Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Iola Elementary School's student population of 294 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Iola Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iola Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1041 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
71%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iola Elementary School's ranking?
Iola Elementary School is ranked #1041 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Iola Elementary School?
294 students attend Iola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Iola Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iola Elementary School?
Iola Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Iola Elementary School offer ?
Iola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Iola Elementary School part of?
Iola Elementary School is part of Iola Independent School District.
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