Serving 807 students in grades 1-4, Storm Lake Elementary School 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 40% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Storm Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Storm Lake Elementary School's student population of 807 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
Storm Lake Elementary School 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 Storm Lake Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#1173 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
55%
13%
Black
5%
7%
White
10%
71%
Hawaiian
13%
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
7%
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 Storm Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Storm Lake Elementary School is ranked #1173 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Storm Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Storm Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Storm Lake Middle School, Storm Lake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Storm Lake Elementary School?
807 students attend Storm Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Storm Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hawaiian, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Storm Lake Elementary School?
Storm Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Storm Lake Elementary School offer ?
Storm Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Storm Lake Elementary School part of?
Storm Lake Elementary School is part of Storm Lake Community School District.
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