Oelwein Comm School District
School District · Oelwein, Iowa
Avg Rating
5.2
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,574
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Avg Rating
5.2
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,574
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
How this district compares
Iowa rank
#292 of 310
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.1
below Iowa avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,574
+$552 vs Iowa median
District size
1,349 students
Larger than Iowa median
About Oelwein Comm School District
Oelwein Comm School District is a Oelwein, Iowa school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 1,349 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1. The district invests $13,574 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.2/10, Oelwein Comm School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Wings Park Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.2/10.
In standardized testing, Oelwein Comm School District students show an average math proficiency of 48.0% and ELA proficiency of 56.5%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Oelwein Comm School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Oelwein Comm School District with test data.
Schools in Oelwein Comm School District
5 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Iowa
- City
- Oelwein
- Total Enrollment
- 1,349
- Teachers (FTE)
- 93
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Oelwein Comm School District?
Oelwein Comm School District has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Oelwein Comm School District?
The average composite rating for Oelwein Comm School District is 5.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Oelwein Comm School District?
Oelwein Comm School District spends $13,574 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Oelwein Comm School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Oelwein Comm School District is 14.5:1.
What is the top-rated school in Oelwein Comm School District?
Wings Park Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Oelwein Comm School District with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What are the test scores in Oelwein Comm School District?
Across schools in Oelwein Comm School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 48.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 56.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Oelwein Comm School District compare to other districts in Iowa?
Oelwein Comm School District has an average school rating of 5.2/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Iowa by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 48.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 56.5%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare Oelwein Comm School District with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Ottumwa Comm School District (11)
- Southeast Polk Comm School District (11)
- Cedar Falls Comm School District (10)
- College Comm School District (10)
- Marshalltown Comm School District (10)
- Mason City Comm School District (9)
- Muscatine Comm School District (9)
- Ames Comm School District (8)
- Burlington Comm School District (8)
- Johnston Comm School District (8)
- Pleasant Valley Comm School District (8)
- Western Dubuque Comm School District (8)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Iowa Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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