Serving 124 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Aurelia Elementary School ranks in the top 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurelia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Aurelia Elementary School's student population of 124 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 800% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aurelia Elementary School 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 Aurelia Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#514 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
86%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Alta-Aurelia Comm School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurelia Elementary School's ranking?
Aurelia Elementary School is ranked #514 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Aurelia Elementary School?
124 students attend Aurelia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Aurelia Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aurelia Elementary School?
Aurelia Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aurelia Elementary School offer ?
Aurelia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aurelia Elementary School part of?
Aurelia Elementary School is part of Alta-Aurelia Comm School District.
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