Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, East Sac County Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than 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-6
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Sac County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
East Sac County Elementary School's student population of 448 students has grown by 118% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 86% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
East Sac County 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 East Sac County 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
#359 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 East Sac County Elementary School's ranking?
East Sac County Elementary School is ranked #359 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend East Sac County Elementary School?
448 students attend East Sac County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of East Sac County Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Sac County Elementary School?
East Sac County Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Sac County Elementary School offer ?
East Sac County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Sac County Elementary School part of?
East Sac County Elementary School is part of East Sac County Comm School District.
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