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Rural Elementary School #4
Elementary School · Wapsie Valley Comm School District
1153 Denison Ave, Fairbank, IA 50629
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Rural Elementary School #4
Elementary School in Fairbank · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Fairbank Elementary School
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About Rural Elementary School #4
Rural Elementary School #4 is a public elementary school in Fairbank, IA, part of Wapsie Valley Comm School District. Rural Elementary School #4 serves approximately 18 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Rural Elementary School #4 show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 18 students, Rural Elementary School #4 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Rural Elementary School #4 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Rural Elementary School #4 sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 1153 Denison Ave, Fairbank, IA 50629
- Website
- wapsievalleyschools.com
- Phone
- (319) 635-2071
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores IA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
1153 Denison Ave, Fairbank, IA 50629
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rural Elementary School #4 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dunkerton Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Dunkerton). Another option is Jesup Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Jesup). Additionally, Fairbank Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away). For more schools in Fairbank, see our Fairbank schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fairbank Elementary School Fairbank | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Rural Elementary School #1 Fairbank | 1.8 mi | — |
| Rural Elementary School #2 Fairbank | 1.8 mi | — |
| Triumph Elementary School Jesup | 3.0 mi | 2.4 |
| Prairie Grove Elementary School Jesup | 3.9 mi | — |
| Perry #1 Elementary School Jesup | 6.1 mi | — |
| Oelwein Online School Oelwein | 6.1 mi | 2.6 |
| Little Husky Learning Center Oelwein | 7.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Oelwein High School Oelwein | 7.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Oelwein Middle School Oelwein | 7.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Wings Park Elementary School Oelwein | 7.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Wapsie Valley High School Fairbank | 7.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Jesup Elementary School Jesup | 9.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Jesup High School Jesup | 9.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Jesup Middle School Jesup | 9.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Dunkerton Elementary Dunkerton | 8.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Dunkerton High School Dunkerton | 8.1 mi | 7.4 |
| ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Jesup | 10.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Independence Junior Senior High School Independence | 12.0 mi | 5.8 |
| West Elementary School Independence | 11.9 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50629 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,750
Median Home Value
$193,900
Median Rent
$724/mo
Population
2,335
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
83.5%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
1.6%
Median Age
39.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rural Elementary School #4
What grades does Rural Elementary School #4 serve?
Rural Elementary School #4 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Rural Elementary School #4?
Rural Elementary School #4 has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rural Elementary School #4?
The student-teacher ratio at Rural Elementary School #4 is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Rural Elementary School #4?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rural Elementary School #4 has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Rural Elementary School #4 a charter school?
No, Rural Elementary School #4 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rural Elementary School #4 a Title I school?
No, Rural Elementary School #4 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rural Elementary School #4?
16.7% of students at Rural Elementary School #4 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 18
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Buchanan County
- Phone
- (319) 635-2071
Resources & Links
District
Wapsie Valley Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 680
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,234
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