Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Fork Elementary At Rockwell ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Fork Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Rockwell, IA, encompassing approximately 317.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge located 19.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Fork Elementary At Rockwell's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Fork Elementary At Rockwell ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Fork Elementary At Rockwell 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
#566 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
95%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Fork Elementary At Rockwell's ranking?
West Fork Elementary At Rockwell is ranked #566 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend West Fork Elementary At Rockwell?
388 students attend West Fork Elementary At Rockwell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of West Fork Elementary At Rockwell students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Fork Elementary At Rockwell?
West Fork Elementary At Rockwell has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Fork Elementary At Rockwell offer ?
West Fork Elementary At Rockwell offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Fork Elementary At Rockwell part of?
West Fork Elementary At Rockwell is part of West Fork Comm School District.
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