Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Kinsey Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kinsey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Kinsey Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kinsey 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 Kinsey Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#636 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
52%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
44%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Kinsey Elementary School's ranking?
Kinsey Elementary School is ranked #636 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Kinsey Elementary School often compared to?
Kinsey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moc-floyd Valley Elementary School, Boyden-hull High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Kinsey Elementary School?
477 students attend Kinsey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kinsey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kinsey Elementary School?
Kinsey Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kinsey Elementary School offer ?
Kinsey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kinsey Elementary School part of?
Kinsey Elementary School is part of Sioux Center Community School District.
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