Serving 39 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Triumph 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 40-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Triumph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Triumph Elementary School's student population of 39 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
39 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Triumph 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 Triumph Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#1124 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
64%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
70%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
100%
71%

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
26%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Triumph Elementary School's ranking?
Triumph Elementary School is ranked #1124 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Triumph Elementary School?
39 students attend Triumph Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Triumph Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Triumph Elementary School?
Triumph Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Triumph Elementary School offer ?
Triumph Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Triumph Elementary School part of?
Triumph Elementary School is part of Jesup Comm School District.
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