Serving 170 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Twin Cedars 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Twin Cedars Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Bussey, IA, covering approximately 127 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Twin Cedars Elementary School's student population of 170 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
170 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Twin Cedars 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 Twin Cedars Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#917 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twin Cedars Elementary School's ranking?
Twin Cedars Elementary School is ranked #917 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Twin Cedars Elementary School?
170 students attend Twin Cedars Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Twin Cedars Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twin Cedars Elementary School?
Twin Cedars Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Twin Cedars Elementary School offer ?
Twin Cedars Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Twin Cedars Elementary School part of?
Twin Cedars Elementary School is part of Twin Cedars Comm School District.
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