Galva-holstein Elementary School serves 175 students in grades Prekindergarten-3.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 77%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galva-holstein Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
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School Overview
Galva-holstein Elementary School's student population of 175 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
175 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Galva-holstein Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80-84%
77%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)85-89%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
85%
70%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 77% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% IA state average).
How many students attend Galva-holstein Elementary School?
175 students attend Galva-holstein Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Galva-holstein Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galva-holstein Elementary School?
Galva-holstein Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Galva-holstein Elementary School offer ?
Galva-holstein Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Galva-holstein Elementary School part of?
Galva-holstein Elementary School is part of Galva-Holstein Comm School District.
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