Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lenox Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lenox Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lenox Elementary School's student population of 308 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lenox 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 Lenox Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#144 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
30%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
67%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lenox Elementary School's ranking?
Lenox Elementary School is ranked #144 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Lenox Elementary School often compared to?
Lenox Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bedford Elementary School, Mount Ayr Elementary 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 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Lenox Elementary School?
308 students attend Lenox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Lenox Elementary School students are White, 30% 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 Lenox Elementary School?
Lenox Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lenox Elementary School offer ?
Lenox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lenox Elementary School part of?
Lenox Elementary School is part of Lenox Comm School District.
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