Serving 119 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sylvia Enarson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sylvia Enarson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Sylvia Enarson Elementary School's student population of 119 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Southwest Valley community will create an enthusiastic learning environment to promote responsible and empathetic contributors to society.
School Mascot
Timberwolves
School Rankings
Sylvia Enarson 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 Sylvia Enarson Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#524 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
95%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Timberwolves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sylvia Enarson Elementary School's ranking?
Sylvia Enarson Elementary School is ranked #524 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?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Sylvia Enarson Elementary School?
119 students attend Sylvia Enarson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sylvia Enarson Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sylvia Enarson Elementary School?
Sylvia Enarson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sylvia Enarson Elementary School offer ?
Sylvia Enarson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sylvia Enarson Elementary School part of?
Sylvia Enarson Elementary School is part of Villisca Comm School District.
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