Lone Tree Elementary School

Lone Tree Elementary School is a regular public school located in the rural community of Lone Tree, Iowa. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 229 students and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.3:1 with 16 full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance at Lone Tree Elementary School shows that 73% of students are proficient in ELA/Reading, 74% are proficient in Math, and 64% are proficient in Science.

While the school's MySchoolScout rating is 4.4 out of 10 and its state ranking places it at #947 out of 1288 schools in Iowa (27th percentile), there is room for growth in academic achievement. Lone Tree Elementary School stands as a vital part of the rural community, offering educational support to families living in this close-knit area.

While current test scores at Lone Tree Elementary School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Lone Tree 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.