Serving 200 students in grades 3-4, Lucia Wallace Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 80-84% (which is higher than 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lucia Wallace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lucia Wallace Elementary School's student population of 200 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lucia Wallace Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucia Wallace Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#144 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucia Wallace Elementary School's ranking?
Lucia Wallace Elementary School is ranked #144 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
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 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Lucia Wallace Elementary School?
200 students attend Lucia Wallace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lucia Wallace Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucia Wallace Elementary School?
Lucia Wallace Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lucia Wallace Elementary School offer ?
Lucia Wallace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lucia Wallace Elementary School part of?
Lucia Wallace Elementary School is part of Algona Community School District.
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