The Cougars Den serves 35 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Attendance Zone: The Cougars Den's attendance zone covers the entire Ackley, IA school district, encompassing an area of approximately 264.3 square miles, with typical drive times of 15-20 minutes to the school and an average distance of 9.5 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 15.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Cougars Den's student population of 35 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
35 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Cougars Den is 0.20, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend The Cougars Den?
35 students attend The Cougars Den.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of The Cougars Den students are White, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Cougars Den?
The Cougars Den has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Cougars Den offer ?
The Cougars Den offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Cougars Den part of?
The Cougars Den is part of AGWSR Comm School District.
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