Serving 176 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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-6
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
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North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center's student population of 176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center 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
#458 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center's ranking?
North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center is ranked #458 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center often compared to?
North Cedar Lowden Elementary Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Neil Armstrong Elementary School, Neil Armstrong Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center?
176 students attend North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center?
North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center offer ?
North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center part of?
North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center is part of North Cedar Community School District.
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