Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove 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 26:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove's student population of 308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 1100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove 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 Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove is 0.15, 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)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove's ranking?
Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove 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 Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove?
308 students attend Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove?
Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove offer ?
Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove part of?
Odebolt Elementary-ida Grove is part of Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Comm School District.
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