Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riceville 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riceville Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Riceville, IA school district, encompassing approximately 220.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest point in the zone located about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riceville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Riceville Elementary School's student population of 226 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
226 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riceville 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 Riceville Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#636 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
88%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riceville Elementary School's ranking?
Riceville Elementary School is ranked #636 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Riceville Elementary School often compared to?
Riceville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fredericksburg Elementary School, New Hampton Elementary School, Crestwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Riceville Elementary School?
226 students attend Riceville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Riceville Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riceville Elementary School?
Riceville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riceville Elementary School offer ?
Riceville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riceville Elementary School part of?
Riceville Elementary School is part of Riceville Comm School District.
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