Serving 191 students in grades Kindergarten-1, Tiffin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tiffin Elementary serves the eastern part of Tiffin, IA, encompassing an area of approximately 10.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 2.2 miles and the furthest edge located 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tiffin Elementary School's student population of 191 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
191 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tiffin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tiffin Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#938 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
18%
7%
White
56%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tiffin Elementary School's ranking?
Tiffin Elementary School is ranked #938 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Tiffin Elementary School?
191 students attend Tiffin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Tiffin Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tiffin Elementary School?
Tiffin Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tiffin Elementary School offer ?
Tiffin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tiffin Elementary School part of?
Tiffin Elementary School is part of Clear Creek Amana Comm School District.
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