Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moville Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Moville, IA, covering approximately 134.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Moville Elementary School's student population of 283 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
With the realization that all students can learn, our school will strive to teach our students the intellectual, physical, creative, emotional, and social skills necessary for productive citizenship.
School Rankings
Moville 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 Moville Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#286 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moville Elementary School's ranking?
Moville Elementary School is ranked #286 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?
85-89% 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 Moville Elementary School?
283 students attend Moville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Moville Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moville Elementary School?
Moville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moville Elementary School offer ?
Moville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moville Elementary School part of?
Moville Elementary School is part of Woodbury Central Comm School District.
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