Serving 534 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, South Tama County 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 67% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower 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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Tama County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Tama County Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Tama County 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 South Tama County Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#926 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
8%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
40%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
44%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 South Tama County Elementary School's ranking?
South Tama County Elementary School is ranked #926 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are South Tama County Elementary School often compared to?
South Tama County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grinnell Community Middle School, South Tama County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend South Tama County Elementary School?
534 students attend South Tama County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of South Tama County Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Tama County Elementary School?
South Tama County Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Tama County Elementary School offer ?
South Tama County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Tama County Elementary School part of?
South Tama County Elementary School is part of South Tama County School District.
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