Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School

303 Pierce Street
Barnum, IA 50518
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 80% (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 16:1 is higher 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 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 440 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 30% in IA
  • : 80% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School's student population of 440 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Embrace your personal talents, skills, abilities, and career interests as you define for yourself what it means to 'Be Me.'

School Rankings

Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
This School
State Level (IA)
#310 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
80%
68%
75-79%
70%
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.15
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School's ranking?
Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School is ranked #310 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School often compared to?
Manson Northwest Webster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dayton Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% 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 Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School?
440 students attend Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School?
Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School offer ?
Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School part of?
Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School is part of Manson Northwest Webster Comm School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 440 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 80% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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