Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riceville Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riceville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Riceville Elementary School's student population of 226 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riceville 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 Riceville Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#832 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Riceville Elementary School's ranking?
Riceville Elementary School is ranked #832 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Riceville Elementary School often compared to?
Riceville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fredericksburg Elementary School, New Hampton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Riceville Elementary School?
226 students attend Riceville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Riceville Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riceville Elementary School?
Riceville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riceville Elementary School offer ?
Riceville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riceville Elementary School part of?
Riceville Elementary School is part of Riceville Comm School District.
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