Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mediapolis 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 82% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mediapolis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mediapolis Elementary School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mediapolis 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 Mediapolis Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#359 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
70%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mediapolis Elementary School's ranking?
Mediapolis Elementary School is ranked #359 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Mediapolis Elementary School often compared to?
Mediapolis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Danville Elementary School, West Burlington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Mediapolis Elementary School?
432 students attend Mediapolis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Mediapolis Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mediapolis Elementary School?
Mediapolis Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mediapolis Elementary School offer ?
Mediapolis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mediapolis Elementary School part of?
Mediapolis Elementary School is part of Mediapolis Comm School District.
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