Little Orabs Preschool serves 43 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Orabs Preschool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Little Orabs Preschool's student population of 43 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
43 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Little Orabs Preschool is 0.53, 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
22:1
14:1
Hispanic
33%
14%
White
60%
70%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Little Orabs Preschool?
43 students attend Little Orabs Preschool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Little Orabs Preschool students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Little Orabs Preschool?
Little Orabs Preschool has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Little Orabs Preschool offer ?
Little Orabs Preschool offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Little Orabs Preschool part of?
Little Orabs Preschool is part of Sheldon Comm School District.
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