Serving 142 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center ranks in the top 50% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center's student population of 142 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center is 0.12, 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
#594 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
94%
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
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center's ranking?
North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center is ranked #594 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center often compared to?
North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Tipton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center?
142 students attend North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center?
North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center offer ?
North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center part of?
North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center is part of North Cedar Comm School District.
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