Starry Elementary School serves 245 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-2
Enrollment: 245 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Minority Enrollment: 22%
Math Proficiency
: 80-84%
Reading Proficiency
: 75-79%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
The diversity score of Starry Elementary School is 0.38, 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.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% IA state average).
How many students attend Starry Elementary School?
245 students attend Starry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Starry Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Starry Elementary School?
Starry Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Starry Elementary School offer ?
Starry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Starry Elementary School part of?
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-2
Enrollment: 245 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Minority Enrollment: 22%
Math Proficiency
: 80-84%
Reading Proficiency
: 75-79%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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