Serving 42 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Triumph 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Triumph Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Jesup, IA, covering approximately 141.1 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Triumph Elementary School's student population of 42 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
42 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Triumph 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 Triumph Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#1181 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
6%
Showing 2008–2021. Full 15-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 Triumph Elementary School's ranking?
Triumph Elementary School is ranked #1181 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Triumph Elementary School?
42 students attend Triumph Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Triumph Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Triumph Elementary School?
Triumph Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Triumph Elementary School offer ?
Triumph Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Triumph Elementary School part of?
Triumph Elementary School is part of Jesup Comm School District.
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