Serving 50 students in grades Prekindergarten, Red Oak Early Childhood Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Red Oak Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
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Red Oak Early Childhood Center's student population of 50 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
50 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
The diversity score of Red Oak Early Childhood Center is 0.25, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
68%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
86%
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
64%
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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% IA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Red Oak Early Childhood Center?
50 students attend Red Oak Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Red Oak Early Childhood Center students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Oak Early Childhood Center?
Red Oak Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Red Oak Early Childhood Center offer ?
Red Oak Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Red Oak Early Childhood Center part of?
Red Oak Early Childhood Center is part of Red Oak Community School District.
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