Newell-Fonda High School is a public high school, part of the Newell-Fonda Community School District. It is located in the city of Newell, Iowa, located in Buena Vista County. The school serves students from Newell, Fonda, Varina, and Sulphur Springs.
Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newell-fonda Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newell-fonda Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Newell-fonda Elementary School's student population of 287 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
White, Royal blue, Silver
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Newell-fonda Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newell-fonda Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#458 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
73%
71%
Hawaiian
8%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newell-fonda Elementary School's ranking?
Newell-fonda Elementary School is ranked #458 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Newell-fonda Elementary School often compared to?
Newell-fonda Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Marshall Elementary School, Sioux Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Newell-fonda Elementary School?
287 students attend Newell-fonda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Newell-fonda Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newell-fonda Elementary School?
Newell-fonda Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newell-fonda Elementary School offer ?
Newell-fonda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newell-fonda Elementary School part of?
Newell-fonda Elementary School is part of Newell-Fonda Comm School District.
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