Serving 310 students in grades 4-5, Hartford Upper 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 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hartford Upper Elementary School's student population of 310 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Character, Service, and Excellence in Everything We Do
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Hartford Upper 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 Hartford Upper Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#424 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
81%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hartford Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Hartford Upper Elementary School is ranked #424 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?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Hartford Upper Elementary School?
310 students attend Hartford Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hartford Upper Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hartford Upper Elementary School?
Hartford Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hartford Upper Elementary School offer ?
Hartford Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hartford Upper Elementary School part of?
Hartford Upper Elementary School is part of Carlisle Comm School District.
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