Serving 147 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, New Albin 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 80-89% (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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Albin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Albin Elementary School's student population of 147 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
New Albin 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 New Albin Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#200 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Albin Elementary School's ranking?
New Albin Elementary School is ranked #200 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are New Albin Elementary School often compared to?
New Albin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cora B Darling Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% 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 New Albin Elementary School?
147 students attend New Albin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of New Albin Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Albin Elementary School?
New Albin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Albin Elementary School offer ?
New Albin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Albin Elementary School part of?
New Albin Elementary School is part of Eastern Allamakee Comm School District.
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