Keota Elementary School

Keota Elementary School is a regular public elementary school located in the remote rural area of Keota, Iowa, in Keokuk County. The school serves students from preschool through sixth grade and has an enrollment of 166 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1, Keota Elementary offers personalized attention to help each child succeed academically.

Keota Elementary School is dedicated to fostering academic growth in its students, with test performance showing that 73% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 69% in Math. Science proficiency stands at 65%, indicating areas for continued improvement but also highlighting the school’s commitment to student development. The MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 places Keota Elementary in the 43rd percentile among Iowa schools, suggesting room for enhancement in overall academic performance.

The school's setting in a remote rural area provides a close-knit community where teachers and families work together to support student learning and growth.

With an enrollment of 166 students, Keota Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Keota Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.