Serving 29 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rural Elementary School #1 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 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rural Elementary School #1 serves the eastern part of Fairbank, IA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rural Elementary School #1 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rural Elementary School #1's student population of 29 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
29 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Rural Elementary School #1 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 Rural Elementary School #1 is 0.00, 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
#763 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
White
100%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (91-92)
5%
18%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rural Elementary School #1's ranking?
Rural Elementary School #1 is ranked #763 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?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Rural Elementary School #1?
29 students attend Rural Elementary School #1.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rural Elementary School #1 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rural Elementary School #1?
Rural Elementary School #1 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rural Elementary School #1 offer ?
Rural Elementary School #1 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rural Elementary School #1 part of?
Rural Elementary School #1 is part of Wapsie Valley Comm School District.
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