Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Underwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Underwood Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Underwood, IA, encompassing approximately 125.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest point being 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Underwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Underwood Elementary School's student population of 424 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Underwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Underwood Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#217 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
White
95%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Underwood Elementary School's ranking?
Underwood Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Underwood Elementary School often compared to?
Underwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Treynor Elementary School, Tri-center Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Underwood Elementary School?
424 students attend Underwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Underwood Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Underwood Elementary School?
Underwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Underwood Elementary School offer ?
Underwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Underwood Elementary School part of?
Underwood Elementary School is part of Underwood Comm School District.
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