Serving 260 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, La Porte City Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: La Porte City Elementary School serves the northeast part of La Porte City, IA, covering an area of approximately 107.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6 miles to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Porte City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
La Porte City Elementary School's student population of 260 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
260 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Porte City Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Porte City Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#160 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
92%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Porte City Elementary School's ranking?
La Porte City Elementary School is ranked #160 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are La Porte City Elementary School often compared to?
La Porte City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School, Helen A Hansen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend La Porte City Elementary School?
260 students attend La Porte City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of La Porte City Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Porte City Elementary School?
La Porte City Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Porte City Elementary School offer ?
La Porte City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is La Porte City Elementary School part of?
La Porte City Elementary School is part of Union Comm School District.
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