Park Elementary School serves 90 students in grades Kindergarten.
Minority enrollment was 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Total Students
90 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
82%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Park Elementary School?
90 students attend Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Park Elementary School students are White, and 18% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Park Elementary School offer ?
Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten
What school district is Park Elementary School part of?
Park Elementary School is part of Hampton-Dumont Community School District.
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