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#312 of 1,280 schools in IA

Top 24% in state

New Albin Elementary School

Elementary School · Eastern Allamakee Comm School District

PO BOX 28 569 Center St, Lansing, IA 52160

Enrollment

128

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Lansing

#2 of 3

public schools

Iowa elementary schools

#201 of 662

In district

#2 of 3

Eastern Allamakee Comm School District

School environment

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About New Albin Elementary School

New Albin Elementary School serves 128 students in grades prekindergarten through fourth in Lansing, Iowa. This regular public elementary school maintains an intimate learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 11.6:1 across its 11 full-time equivalent teachers. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranking #56 out of 1,288 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 96th percentile.

Students consistently achieve impressive results, with 77% reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading, while an even stronger 82% meet or exceed proficiency standards in mathematics. New Albin Elementary draws from a stable rural community where families enjoy a median household income of $77,653 and the poverty rate remains low at just 3.1%. The surrounding neighborhood reflects solid middle-class values, with median home values around $195,300 and 29% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

The school's rural setting in Allamakee County provides students with a close-knit community atmosphere where individual attention and strong relationships between educators, students, and families can flourish. This small-town environment, combined with the school's academic excellence, creates an ideal foundation for young learners to develop both academically and personally.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 128 students, New Albin 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, New Albin 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.11 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.0Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82%
Reading/ELA Proficiency77%
Math vs. State Avg+5.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.9 pts
Overall Proficiency80%
Expected (poverty-adj.)68%
vs. Expected+11.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,074

New Albin Elementary School — Students at New Albin Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 91.5%
School
State
75.9%
ELA Proficiency 84.4%
School
State
73.1%

Based on 10 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2022
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2025
Math
95.8%
ELA
85.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.

How New Albin Elementary School Compares

See how New Albin Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
76th percentile in IA
Academic
9.0/10
9.0/10
Growth
5.4/10
Above average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers

Location

PO BOX 28 569 Center St, Lansing, IA 52160

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Albin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CALEDONIA ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Caledonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southern Bluffs Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby La Crosse), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Stoddard Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Stoddard), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lansing, see our Lansing schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST CHARLES ELEMENTERY SCHOOL Genoa 6.4 mi
De Soto High De Soto 6.5 mi 3.7
De Soto Middle De Soto 6.5 mi 7.1
De Soto Virtual School De Soto 6.5 mi
Kee High School Lansing 9.8 mi 7.4
Lansing Middle School Lansing 9.8 mi 5.6
ST MATTHEW'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stoddard 12.4 mi 4.7
Stoddard Elementary Stoddard 12.4 mi 7.0
Prairie View Elementary De Soto 10.3 mi 6.5
ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Caledonia 14.1 mi 6.4
ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Caledonia 14.5 mi 5.1
CALEDONIA ELEMENTARY Caledonia 14.5 mi 9.2
CALEDONIA MIDDLE Caledonia 15.1 mi 6.5
CALEDONIA SENIOR HIGH Caledonia 15.1 mi 6.5
Southern Bluffs Elementary La Crosse 18.1 mi 7.4
HVED Spectrum Program Hokah 18.5 mi
ST PETER'S CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hokah 18.7 mi 6.2
DRIFTLESS PASS SCHOOL La Crosse 19.4 mi
Hintgen Elementary La Crosse 19.6 mi 5.3
CHILEDA La Crosse 20.0 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,098

Median Home Value

$197,400

Median Rent

$345/mo

Population

930

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

83.4%

Poverty Rate

1.5%

Median Age

42.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding New Albin Elementary School has a median household income of $77,098. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $197,400, with a median rent of $345/month. The local poverty rate of 1.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Charter Oak-Ute Elementary School Charter Oak, IA 7.3
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Olin Elementary School Olin, IA 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Albin Elementary School

What grades does New Albin Elementary School serve?

New Albin Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend New Albin Elementary School?

New Albin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Albin Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at New Albin Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Albin Elementary School rank in IA?

New Albin Elementary School is ranked #312 out of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is New Albin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

New Albin Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at New Albin Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, New Albin Elementary School has 91.5% math proficiency and 84.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is New Albin Elementary School a charter school?

No, New Albin Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is New Albin Elementary School a Title I school?

No, New Albin Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Albin Elementary School?

40.6% of students at New Albin Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Average (421/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Lansing). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Allamakee County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Eastern Allamakee Comm School District
District Enrollment
293
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,673
District Rank
#2 of 3

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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