Serving 190 students in grades 3-5, Briggs 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 44% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than 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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briggs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Briggs Elementary School's student population of 190 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Briggs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briggs Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1157 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
6%
7%
White
78%
71%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briggs Elementary School's ranking?
Briggs Elementary School is ranked #1157 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Briggs Elementary School?
190 students attend Briggs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Briggs Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briggs Elementary School?
Briggs Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briggs Elementary School offer ?
Briggs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Briggs Elementary School part of?
Briggs Elementary School is part of Maquoketa Comm School District.
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