Serving 74 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Olin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 80-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olin Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Olin, IA, covering approximately 81.9 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Olin Elementary School's student population of 74 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olin Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#647 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olin Elementary School's ranking?
Olin Elementary School is ranked #647 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Olin Elementary School?
74 students attend Olin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Olin Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olin Elementary School?
Olin Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olin Elementary School offer ?
Olin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olin Elementary School part of?
Olin Elementary School is part of Olin Consolidated School District.
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