Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Polk Central Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Polk Central 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
North Polk Central Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Polk Central Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Polk Central Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#104 out of 1233 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
3%
7%
White
90%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Polk Central Elementary School's ranking?
North Polk Central Elementary School is ranked #104 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Polk Central Elementary School often compared to?
North Polk Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Polk West Elementary School, Heritage Elementary School, Crocker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend North Polk Central Elementary School?
342 students attend North Polk Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of North Polk Central Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Polk Central Elementary School?
North Polk Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Polk Central Elementary School offer ?
North Polk Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Polk Central Elementary School part of?
North Polk Central Elementary School is part of North Polk Comm School District.
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