Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, New Hampton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Hampton Elementary School's student population of 459 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Hampton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hampton Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#609 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
85%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Hampton Elementary School's ranking?
New Hampton Elementary School is ranked #609 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are New Hampton Elementary School often compared to?
New Hampton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fredericksburg Elementary School, Riceville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend New Hampton Elementary School?
459 students attend New Hampton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of New Hampton Elementary School students are White, 12% 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 New Hampton Elementary School?
New Hampton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Hampton Elementary School offer ?
New Hampton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Hampton Elementary School part of?
New Hampton Elementary School is part of New Hampton Comm School District.
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