Mormon Trail Elementary School

Mormon Trail Elementary School is a small rural public school located in Humeston, Iowa. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, the school has an enrollment of 134 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10.3:1 with 13 full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance at Mormon Trail Elementary is rated 5.2 out of 10 by MySchoolScout, placing it in the 45th percentile among Iowa schools.

In state assessments, 63% of students are proficient or above in ELA/reading, while 60% and 50% respectively meet proficiency standards in math and science. While there is room for academic growth, Mormon Trail Elementary School focuses on student development within its close-knit rural community. The school's location in a remote area provides a unique setting where the entire town feels connected to students' educational journey.

With an enrollment of 134 students, Mormon Trail 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, Mormon Trail 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.