Serving 420 students in grades 1-5, Creston 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 67% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Creston Elementary School's student population of 420 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Creston Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creston Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#757 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
86%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creston Elementary School's ranking?
Creston Elementary School is ranked #757 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Creston Elementary School?
420 students attend Creston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Creston Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creston Elementary School?
Creston Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Creston Elementary School offer ?
Creston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Creston Elementary School part of?
Creston Elementary School is part of Creston Comm School District.
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