Serving 114 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Odebolt Elementary-odebolt ranks in the top 30% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is approximately equal to 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Odebolt-Arthur Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Odebolt, IA, covering an area of approximately 147 square miles. Families within this zone are typically a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Odebolt Elementary-odebolt ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Odebolt Elementary-odebolt's student population of 114 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
114 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Odebolt Elementary-odebolt 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 Odebolt Elementary-odebolt is 0.19, 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
#331 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
90%
70%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Odebolt Elementary-odebolt's ranking?
Odebolt Elementary-odebolt is ranked #331 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?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Odebolt Elementary-odebolt?
114 students attend Odebolt Elementary-odebolt.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Odebolt Elementary-odebolt students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Odebolt Elementary-odebolt?
Odebolt Elementary-odebolt has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Odebolt Elementary-odebolt offer ?
Odebolt Elementary-odebolt offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Odebolt Elementary-odebolt part of?
Odebolt Elementary-odebolt is part of Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Comm School District.
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