Serving 87 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paton-churdan 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paton-churdan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Paton-churdan Elementary School's student population of 87 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
87 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
GIVING OUR BEST FOR THE BEST
School Mascot
Rockets
School Rankings
Paton-churdan 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 Paton-churdan Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#542 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rockets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paton-churdan Elementary School's ranking?
Paton-churdan Elementary School is ranked #542 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Paton-churdan Elementary School?
87 students attend Paton-churdan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Paton-churdan Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paton-churdan Elementary School?
Paton-churdan Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paton-churdan Elementary School offer ?
Paton-churdan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paton-churdan Elementary School part of?
Paton-churdan Elementary School is part of Paton-Churdan Comm School District.
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