Serving 198 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Turkey Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (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 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Turkey Valley Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Waucoma, IA, encompassing approximately 170.4 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to the edge and a maximum distance of 10.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turkey Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Turkey Valley Elementary School's student population of 198 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
198 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Turkey Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turkey Valley Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#101 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Turkey Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Turkey Valley Elementary School is ranked #101 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% 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 Turkey Valley Elementary School?
198 students attend Turkey Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Turkey Valley Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turkey Valley Elementary School?
Turkey Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Turkey Valley Elementary School offer ?
Turkey Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Turkey Valley Elementary School part of?
Turkey Valley Elementary School is part of Turkey Valley Comm School District.
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