Serving 22 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Prairie Grove 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 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Prairie Grove Elementary School's student population of 22 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Prairie Grove 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 Prairie Grove 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
#1131 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Grove Elementary School is ranked #1131 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Prairie Grove Elementary School?
22 students attend Prairie Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Prairie Grove Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Grove Elementary School?
Prairie Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairie Grove Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prairie Grove Elementary School part of?
Prairie Grove Elementary School is part of Jesup Community School District.
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