Serving 51 students in grades Prekindergarten, Red Oak Early Childhood Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54%
- Attendance Zone: Washington Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire Red Oak, IA school district, encompassing approximately 200 square miles and typically requiring a 15-20 minute drive from various points within the area. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 8 miles, with the furthest edge being 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Oak Early Childhood Center's student population of 51 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Red Oak Early Childhood Center is 0.31, 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)
(18-19)75-79%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
68%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
82%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% IA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Red Oak Early Childhood Center?
51 students attend Red Oak Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Red Oak Early Childhood Center students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Oak Early Childhood Center?
Red Oak Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Red Oak Early Childhood Center offer ?
Red Oak Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Red Oak Early Childhood Center part of?
Red Oak Early Childhood Center is part of Red Oak Comm School District.
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