Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, South Winneshiek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 80-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is approximately equal to 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Winneshiek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Winneshiek Elementary School's student population of 207 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
207 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
South Winneshiek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Winneshiek Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#283 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
64%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
70%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a

Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%

Black
n/a
7%

White
92%
71%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Winneshiek Elementary School's ranking?
South Winneshiek Elementary School is ranked #283 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are South Winneshiek Elementary School often compared to?
South Winneshiek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend South Winneshiek Elementary School?
207 students attend South Winneshiek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of South Winneshiek Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Winneshiek Elementary School?
South Winneshiek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Winneshiek Elementary School offer ?
South Winneshiek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Winneshiek Elementary School part of?
South Winneshiek Elementary School is part of South Winneshiek Comm School District.
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