Serving 176 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Keystone 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Keystone Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Keystone, IA, covering approximately 332.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 22.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Keystone Elementary School's student population of 176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
176 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Quality Education for a Lifetime of Learning
School Rankings
Keystone Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Keystone Elementary School is 0.26, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#741 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
4%
7%
White
86%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keystone Elementary School's ranking?
Keystone Elementary School is ranked #741 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Keystone Elementary School?
176 students attend Keystone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Keystone Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keystone Elementary School?
Keystone Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Keystone Elementary School offer ?
Keystone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Keystone Elementary School part of?
Keystone Elementary School is part of Benton Comm School District.
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