Serving 196 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lamoni Elementary School ranks in the top 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 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 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 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lamoni Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lamoni Elementary School's student population of 196 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Lamoni Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamoni Elementary School is 0.25, which is less 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
#605 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
86%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Lamoni Elementary School's ranking?
Lamoni Elementary School is ranked #605 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
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?
196 students attend Lamoni Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Lamoni Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lamoni Elementary School?
Lamoni Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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
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Event
Date
First Day of School (K-12)
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 18, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 19, 2026 (Thursday)
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