Serving 136 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Oelwein Online School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oelwein Online School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Oelwein Online School's student population of 136 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 250% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Oelwein Online School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oelwein Online School is 0.24, 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
#1140 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
3%
7%
White
87%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oelwein Online School's ranking?
Oelwein Online School is ranked #1140 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oelwein Online School?
The graduation rate of Oelwein Online School is 40-49%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Oelwein Online School?
136 students attend Oelwein Online School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Oelwein Online School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oelwein Online School?
Oelwein Online School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oelwein Online School offer ?
Oelwein Online School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Oelwein Online School part of?
Oelwein Online School is part of Oelwein Comm School District.
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