Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Mahaska Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 80-84% (which is higher 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Mahaska Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of New Sharon, IA, covering approximately 184.5 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Mahaska Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Mahaska Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
EXPECT THE BEST FROM OUR STUDENTS, TEACHERS AND STAFF EDUCATE FOR SUCCESS FROM A TRADITION OF LIFELONG LEARNING
School Rankings
North Mahaska Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Mahaska Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#89 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Mahaska Elementary School's ranking?
North Mahaska Elementary School is ranked #89 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend North Mahaska Elementary School?
301 students attend North Mahaska Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of North Mahaska Elementary School students are White, 3% 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 Mahaska Elementary School?
North Mahaska Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Mahaska Elementary School offer ?
North Mahaska Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Mahaska Elementary School part of?
North Mahaska Elementary School is part of North Mahaska Comm School District.
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