Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Linn 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 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Linn Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Troy Mills, IA, covering an area of approximately 152.4 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 10.8 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 20.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Linn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Linn Elementary School's student population of 281 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We create schools where every student shines and every student excels.
School Rankings
North Linn 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 North Linn Elementary School is 0.10, 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)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
95%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Linn Elementary School's ranking?
North Linn 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 North Linn Elementary School?
281 students attend North Linn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of North Linn Elementary School students are White, 2% 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 North Linn Elementary School?
North Linn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Linn Elementary School offer ?
North Linn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Linn Elementary School part of?
North Linn Elementary School is part of North Linn Comm School District.
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