Serving 153 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Graettinger-terril Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings
Graettinger-terril Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview <麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Graettinger-terril Elementary School's student population of 153 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning for a lifetime. A lifetime of learning.
Graettinger-terril Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Graettinger-terril Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#304 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
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
45%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Graettinger-terril Elementary School's ranking?
Graettinger-terril Elementary School is ranked #304 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Graettinger-terril Elementary School?
153 students attend Graettinger-terril Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Graettinger-terril Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Graettinger-terril Elementary School?
Graettinger-terril Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Graettinger-terril Elementary School offer ?
Graettinger-terril Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Graettinger-terril Elementary School part of?
Graettinger-terril Elementary School is part of Graettinger-Terril Community School District.
School ReviewsReview Graettinger-terril Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Review Graettinger-terril Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
麻豆果冻传媒 Articles
Back-to-School Tech & Online Learning Readiness Checklist
A 2026 guide to back-to-school tech & online learning readiness, helping families prepare devices, connectivity, skills, and safety.
How Public Schools Prepare for College in High School
Learn how public schools prepare for college and what parents should look for as students begin high school. Updated for 2026.
School Choice in 2026: What Parents Must Know
Explore how school choice is reshaping U.S. education in 2026, with updated trends, enrollment data, costs, policies, and practical guidance for parents.
