Serving 173 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, West Bend-mallard 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 80-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Mallard Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mallard school district, covering approximately 190.6 square miles in Mallard, IA. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge located about 18.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Bend-mallard 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
West Bend-mallard Elementary School's student population of 173 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
173 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The West Bend-Mallard school will provide quality and equitable educational experiences to prepare all students to be responsible and productive citizens committed to life-long learning.
School Rankings
West Bend-mallard 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 West Bend-mallard Elementary School is 0.18, 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
#70 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
9%
14%
White
90%
70%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Wolverine colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Bend-mallard Elementary School's ranking?
West Bend-mallard Elementary School is ranked #70 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?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend West Bend-mallard Elementary School?
173 students attend West Bend-mallard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of West Bend-mallard Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Bend-mallard Elementary School?
West Bend-mallard Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Bend-mallard Elementary School offer ?
West Bend-mallard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Bend-mallard Elementary School part of?
West Bend-mallard Elementary School is part of West Bend-Mallard Comm School District.
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