Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richard O. Jacobson 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 Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#938 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
38%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
58%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School's ranking?
Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School is ranked #938 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School?
374 students attend Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School?
Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School offer ?
Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School part of?
Richard O. Jacobson Elementary School is part of Belmond-Klemme Community School District.
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