Serving 253 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Guthrie Center 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 80-84% (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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Guthrie Center Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Guthrie Center Elementary School's student population of 253 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Guthrie Center 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 Guthrie Center Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#360 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
87%
70%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Guthrie Center Elementary School's ranking?
Guthrie Center Elementary School is ranked #360 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Guthrie Center Elementary School often compared to?
Guthrie Center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Panorama Elementary School, Timber Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% 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 Guthrie Center Elementary School?
253 students attend Guthrie Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Guthrie Center Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Guthrie Center Elementary School?
Guthrie Center Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Guthrie Center Elementary School offer ?
Guthrie Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Guthrie Center Elementary School part of?
Guthrie Center Elementary School is part of Guthrie Center Comm School District.
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