Serving 415 students in grades 1-4, Taft Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 91% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taft Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Taft Elementary School's student population of 415 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Taft Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taft Elementary School is 0.28, which is less 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
#35 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
84%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taft Elementary School's ranking?
Taft Elementary School is ranked #35 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Taft Elementary School?
415 students attend Taft Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Taft Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taft Elementary School?
Taft Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Taft Elementary School offer ?
Taft Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Taft Elementary School part of?
Taft Elementary School is part of Humboldt Community School District.
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