Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Tilford Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tilford Elementary School serves the northwest part of Vinton, IA, covering an area of approximately 180.9 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically have a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tilford Elementary School's student population of 544 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
544 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tilford Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tilford Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#458 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 Tilford Elementary School's ranking?
Tilford Elementary School is ranked #458 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 Tilford Elementary School?
544 students attend Tilford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Tilford Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tilford Elementary School?
Tilford Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tilford Elementary School offer ?
Tilford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tilford Elementary School part of?
Tilford Elementary School is part of Vinton-Shellsburg Comm School District.
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