Serving 57 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Page Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Page Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Page Elementary School's student population of 57 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Page Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Page Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#220 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
100%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Page Elementary School's ranking?
South Page Elementary School is ranked #220 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend South Page Elementary School?
57 students attend South Page Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of South Page Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Page Elementary School?
South Page Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Page Elementary School offer ?
South Page Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Page Elementary School part of?
South Page Elementary School is part of South Page Comm School District.
School Calendar
View the South Page Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
2 Hour Early Out - Spring Break
April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors Last Day of School
May 16, 2025 (Friday)
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