Serving 28 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rural Elementary School #2 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rural Elementary School #2 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rural Elementary School #2's student population of 28 students has stayed relatively flat 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
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Guaranteed Learning for Every Student.
School Rankings
Rural Elementary School #2 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 Rural Elementary School #2 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
#950 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
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
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 Rural Elementary School #2's ranking?
Rural Elementary School #2 is ranked #950 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?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Rural Elementary School #2?
28 students attend Rural Elementary School #2.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rural Elementary School #2 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rural Elementary School #2?
Rural Elementary School #2 has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rural Elementary School #2 offer ?
Rural Elementary School #2 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rural Elementary School #2 part of?
Rural Elementary School #2 is part of Wapsie Valley Comm School District.
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