Serving 691 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Denison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Denison Elementary School's student population of 691 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
691 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Quality Learning Today; Preparing Citizens of Tomorrow
School Rankings
Denison 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 Denison Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#778 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
69%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
25%
70%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denison Elementary School's ranking?
Denison Elementary School is ranked #778 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Denison Elementary School often compared to?
Denison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Denison Elementary School?
691 students attend Denison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Denison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denison Elementary School?
Denison Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Denison Elementary School offer ?
Denison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Denison Elementary School part of?
Denison Elementary School is part of Denison Comm School District.
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