Iola Elementary School serves 635 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50% in KS)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Iola Elementary School's student population of 635 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Iola Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
84%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Iola Elementary School?
635 students attend Iola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Iola Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iola Elementary School?
Iola Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Iola Elementary School offer ?
Iola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Iola Elementary School part of?
Iola Elementary School is part of Iola School District.
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