Serving 148 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moravia Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moravia Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Moravia, IA, covering approximately 181.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 7.9 miles and the furthest edge located 15.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moravia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Moravia Elementary School's student population of 148 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
148 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moravia 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 Moravia Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#360 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
98%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Moravia Elementary School's ranking?
Moravia Elementary School is ranked #360 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Moravia Elementary School?
148 students attend Moravia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Moravia Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moravia Elementary School?
Moravia Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moravia Elementary School offer ?
Moravia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moravia Elementary School part of?
Moravia Elementary School is part of Moravia Comm School District.
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