Serving 156 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Melcher-dallas 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to 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 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melcher-dallas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Melcher-dallas Elementary School's student population of 156 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Melcher-dallas Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melcher-dallas Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#750 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
98%
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
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Melcher-dallas Elementary School's ranking?
Melcher-dallas Elementary School is ranked #750 out of 1,223 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Melcher-dallas Elementary School?
156 students attend Melcher-dallas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Melcher-dallas Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melcher-dallas Elementary School?
Melcher-dallas Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melcher-dallas Elementary School offer ?
Melcher-dallas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Melcher-dallas Elementary School part of?
Melcher-dallas Elementary School is part of Melcher-Dallas Community School District.
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