Serving 198 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, South Winneshiek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Winneshiek Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 182.4 square miles in and around Ossian, IA, with typical drive times of 15-20 minutes and an average distance of 8.8 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 17.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Winneshiek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Winneshiek Elementary School's student population of 198 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
198 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Winneshiek 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 Winneshiek Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#248 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Winneshiek Elementary School's ranking?
South Winneshiek Elementary School is ranked #248 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are South Winneshiek Elementary School often compared to?
South Winneshiek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend South Winneshiek Elementary School?
198 students attend South Winneshiek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Winneshiek Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Winneshiek Elementary School?
South Winneshiek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Winneshiek Elementary School offer ?
South Winneshiek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Winneshiek Elementary School part of?
South Winneshiek Elementary School is part of South Winneshiek Comm School District.
School Reviews
Review South Winneshiek Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
