Serving 191 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lamoni Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lamoni Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Lamoni school district, covering an area of approximately 106.1 square miles. It is situated in Lamoni, IA, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 6.1 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 8.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamoni Elementary School's student population of 191 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
191 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Campus Size
25 acres
School Motto
Together We Can
School Rankings
Lamoni 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 Lamoni Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#667 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
84%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamoni Elementary School's ranking?
Lamoni Elementary School is ranked #667 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Lamoni Elementary School often compared to?
Lamoni Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Lamoni Elementary School?
191 students attend Lamoni Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lamoni Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamoni Elementary School?
Lamoni Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamoni Elementary School offer ?
Lamoni Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lamoni Elementary School part of?
Lamoni Elementary School is part of Lamoni Comm School District.
School Calendar
View the Lamoni Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2027 (Wednesday)
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