Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Monona 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 60-64% (which is lower 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 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Monona Elementary School's student population of 352 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Monona 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 West Monona Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#630 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
84%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Monona Elementary School's ranking?
West Monona Elementary School is ranked #630 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?
60-64% 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 West Monona Elementary School?
352 students attend West Monona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Monona Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Monona Elementary School?
West Monona Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Monona Elementary School offer ?
West Monona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Monona Elementary School part of?
West Monona Elementary School is part of West Monona Comm School District.
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