Johnson Elementary School serves 201 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Attendance Zone: Johnson Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Spencer, IA, covering approximately 168.8 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 8.1 miles and the furthest edge located 15.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnson Elementary School's student population of 201 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Johnson Elementary School is 0.33, 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
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spirit Lake Elementary School, Okoboji Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Johnson Elementary School?
201 students attend Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Johnson Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson Elementary School?
Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson Elementary School part of?
Johnson Elementary School is part of Spencer Comm School District.
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