Needs Improvement
#1228 of 1,280 schools in IA
Torrence Elementary
School · Keokuk Comm School District
1721 Fulton Street, Keokuk, IA 52632
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
27.7:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
27.7:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,228 of 1,280
In Keokuk
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Keokuk Comm School District
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About Torrence Elementary
Torrence Elementary is a public school in Keokuk, IA, part of Keokuk Comm School District. Torrence Elementary serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 27.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Torrence Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,228 of 1,280 schools in IA.
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Torrence Elementary 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.
Torrence Elementary runs 27.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Torrence Elementary Compares
See how Torrence Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1721 Fulton Street, Keokuk, IA 52632
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Torrence Elementary may also want to explore other schools in the area. Central Lee High School (rated 7.6/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Donnellson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Keokuk Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hamilton Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Hamilton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Keokuk, see our Keokuk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Keokuk Middle School Keokuk | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Keokuk High School Keokuk | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| George Washington Elementary School Keokuk | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Keokuk | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| KEOKUK CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Keokuk | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| KEOKUK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Keokuk | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Hamilton High School Hamilton | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Hamilton Elementary School Hamilton | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Warsaw Elem School Warsaw | 4.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Warsaw Sr High School Warsaw | 4.3 mi | 7.3 |
| STS PETER & PAUL Nauvoo | 9.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Nauvoo Elem School Nauvoo | 11.3 mi | 4.5 |
| RUNNING FOX ELEM. Alexandria | 10.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Central Lee Middle School Donnellson | 13.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Central Lee Elementary School Donnellson | 13.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Central Lee High School Donnellson | 13.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Richardson Elementary School Fort Madison | 15.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Fort Madison Middle School Fort Madison | 15.5 mi | 4.4 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Fort Madison | 15.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Fort Madison | 15.8 mi | 2.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52632 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,547
Median Home Value
$108,400
Median Rent
$803/mo
Population
11,904
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
14.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
40.8
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Torrence Elementary
What grades does Torrence Elementary serve?
Torrence Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Torrence Elementary?
Torrence Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Torrence Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Torrence Elementary is 27.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Torrence Elementary rank in IA?
Torrence Elementary ranks #1,228 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Torrence Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Torrence Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Torrence Elementary a charter school?
No, Torrence Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Torrence Elementary a Title I school?
No, Torrence Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Torrence Elementary?
68.7% of students at Torrence Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 83
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lee County
- Phone
- (319) 524-1402
Resources & Links
District
Keokuk Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,782
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,701
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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