Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Spirit Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 13% 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: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spirit Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Spirit Lake Elementary School's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Spirit Lake
School Rankings
Spirit Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spirit Lake Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#101 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
87%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spirit Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Spirit Lake Elementary School is ranked #101 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Spirit Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Spirit Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Okoboji Elementary School, Johnson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Spirit Lake Elementary School?
547 students attend Spirit Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Spirit Lake Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spirit Lake Elementary School?
Spirit Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spirit Lake Elementary School offer ?
Spirit Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spirit Lake Elementary School part of?
Spirit Lake Elementary School is part of Spirit Lake Comm School District.
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