Serving 36 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Page Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: South Page Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in College Springs, IA, encompassing approximately 139.8 square miles. This area typically sees a driving time of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Page Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
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School Overview
South Page Elementary School's student population of 36 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
36 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Page Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Page Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#274 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
86%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
9%
6%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Page Elementary School's ranking?
South Page Elementary School is ranked #274 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend South Page Elementary School?
36 students attend South Page Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of South Page Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Page Elementary School?
South Page Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Page Elementary School offer ?
South Page Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Page Elementary School part of?
South Page Elementary School is part of South Page Comm School District.
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