Serving 169 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Colo-nesco Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-79% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colo-nesco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Colo-nesco Elementary School's student population of 169 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
169 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colo-nesco Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colo-nesco Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#304 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Hispanic
7%
14%
White
85%
70%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colo-nesco Elementary School's ranking?
Colo-nesco Elementary School is ranked #304 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Colo-nesco Elementary School often compared to?
Colo-nesco Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roland-story Elementary School, Ballard West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Colo-nesco Elementary School?
169 students attend Colo-nesco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Colo-nesco Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colo-nesco Elementary School?
Colo-nesco Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colo-nesco Elementary School offer ?
Colo-nesco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colo-nesco Elementary School part of?
Colo-nesco Elementary School is part of Colo-Nesco Comm School District.
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