Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School's student population of 261 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#458 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
81%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School's ranking?
Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School is ranked #458 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School?
261 students attend Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School?
Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School offer ?
Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School part of?
Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School is part of Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Comm School District.
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