Serving 31 students in grades Prekindergarten, Southeast Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southeast Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Southeast Elementary School's student population of 31 students has declined by 79% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
31 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southeast 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 Southeast Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#269 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
3%
7%
White
81%
70%
Hawaiian
7%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast Elementary School's ranking?
Southeast Elementary School is ranked #269 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?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Southeast Elementary School?
31 students attend Southeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Southeast Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Southeast Elementary School offer ?
Southeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southeast Elementary School part of?
Southeast Elementary School is part of Waverly-Shell Rock Comm School District.
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