Iola Elementary School serves 619 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50% in KS)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Iola Elementary School's student population of 619 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
619 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Iola Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Iola Elementary School?
619 students attend Iola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Iola Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iola Elementary School?
Iola Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Iola Elementary School offer ?
Iola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Iola Elementary School part of?
Iola Elementary School is part of Iola School District.
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