Very Good
#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
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Updated
2022-23
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
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New Albin Elementary School — Students at New Albin Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 10 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 92% (2019) to 82% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 87% (2019) to 77% (2022).
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.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charter Oak-Ute Elementary School Charter Oak, IA | 7.3 |
| EMMETSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOOL Emmetsburg, IA | 7.3 |
| Stanton Elementary School Stanton, IA | 7.3 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Iowa City, IA | 7.2 |
| Melcher-Dallas Elementary Dallas, IA | 7.2 |
| 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.
Neighborhood Context
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
- Phone
- (563) 544-4246
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Eastern Allamakee Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 293
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,673
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
Other Schools in This District
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