Ireton Elementary School serves 90 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower 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 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ireton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ireton Elementary School's student population of 90 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
90 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ireton Elementary School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
36%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
60%
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
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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
How many students attend Ireton Elementary School?
90 students attend Ireton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Ireton Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ireton Elementary School?
Ireton Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ireton Elementary School offer ?
Ireton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ireton Elementary School part of?
Ireton Elementary School is part of West Sioux Comm School District.
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