Fahrney Elementary School serves 490 students in grades 3-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fahrney Elementary School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fahrney Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
28%
14%
Black
5%
7%
White
49%
70%
Hawaiian
10%
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Fahrney Elementary School?
490 students attend Fahrney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Fahrney Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fahrney Elementary School?
Fahrney Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fahrney Elementary School offer ?
Fahrney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Fahrney Elementary School part of?
Fahrney Elementary School is part of Ottumwa Comm School District.
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