Elementary Schools in Emmetsburg Community School District

The Emmetsburg Community School District has one elementary school, West Elementary School, serving grades PK-4. This standout school consistently outperforms the state average on ISASP tests in both English Language Arts and Mathematics, with 75% proficiency in 3rd grade ELA and 77.5% proficiency in 4th grade ELA, compared to the statewide averages of 64.2% and 72.9%, respectively. In mathematics, the school had 78.7% proficiency in 3rd grade and 77.5% proficiency in 4th grade, exceeding the state averages of 76.3% and 72.7%.

West Elementary School has maintained a strong statewide ranking, placing in the top half of Iowa elementary schools. In 2023-2024, the school ranked 190 out of 557 elementary schools, earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. With a student-teacher ratio of 14.7, the school provides a relatively low ratio compared to state averages, which can contribute to more individualized attention for students. However, 40.67% of students at West Elementary School receive free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant population of economically disadvantaged students.

While West Elementary School's academic performance is impressive, its statewide ranking has fluctuated over the past few years, dropping from 99th out of 574 schools in 2021-2022 to 278th out of 565 schools in 2022-2023. Understanding the factors behind this change could provide valuable insights. Additionally, the presence of a sizable economically disadvantaged student population suggests that there may be opportunities for further improvement and targeted interventions to support student success.