Serving 143 students in grades 3-5, Delhi Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delhi Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Delhi Elementary School's student population of 143 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Delhi Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delhi Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#19 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
97%
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
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delhi Elementary School's ranking?
Delhi Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Delhi Elementary School often compared to?
Delhi Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lambert Elementary School, Shannon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Delhi Elementary School?
143 students attend Delhi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Delhi Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delhi Elementary School?
Delhi Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Delhi Elementary School offer ?
Delhi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Delhi Elementary School part of?
Delhi Elementary School is part of Maquoketa Valley Comm School District.
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