Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bronson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 85% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bronson Elementary School's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Lawton-Bronson Community School District will prepare all students to contribute productively to the global world of work and community.
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Bronson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronson Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#71 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
94%
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
16%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronson Elementary School's ranking?
Bronson Elementary School is ranked #71 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Bronson Elementary School often compared to?
Bronson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pierson Middle School, Woodbury Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Bronson Elementary School?
388 students attend Bronson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Bronson Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronson Elementary School?
Bronson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bronson Elementary School offer ?
Bronson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronson Elementary School part of?
Bronson Elementary School is part of Lawton-Bronson Comm School District.
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