Serving 211 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Parkersburg Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 77%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84%
- Attendance Zone: Parkersburg Elementary School serves the eastern part of Parkersburg, IA, covering an area of approximately 77.1 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkersburg Elementary School's student population of 211 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
211 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Parkersburg Elementary School 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)90-94%
77%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)80-84%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Crimson and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 77% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% IA state average).
How many students attend Parkersburg Elementary School?
211 students attend Parkersburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Parkersburg Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkersburg Elementary School?
Parkersburg Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkersburg Elementary School offer ?
Parkersburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkersburg Elementary School part of?
Parkersburg Elementary School is part of Aplington-Parkersburg Comm School District.
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