IowaWapello CountyOttumwa

Best Schools in Ottumwa, Iowa

Compare 12 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

12
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
5,005
Total Students
Across Ottumwa
15.4:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
12 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score53%
ELA Assessment Score54%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)7 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)2 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • 0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • Largest student enrollment is 910 students at Ottumwa High School.
  • Best student-teacher ratio is 11:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
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Eisenhower Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
2624 Marilyn Rd, Ottumwa, IA 52501
7.5
Rating
Students
248
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
77%
Horace Mann Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
1523 N Court St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
7.2
Rating
Students
250
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
72%
Evans Junior High School
publichighGrade 8-9
812 Chester Avenue, Ottumwa, IA 52501
5.3
Rating
Students
684
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
58%
Math Proficiency
47%
Ottumwa High School
publichighGrade 10-12
501 E 2Nd, Ottumwa, IA 52501
5.1
Rating
Students
910
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
54%
Math Proficiency
47%
James Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
1001 N Benton, Ottumwa, IA 52501
5
Rating
Students
249
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
52%
Wilson Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
1102 E. 4Th St., Ottumwa, IA 52501
5
Rating
Students
335
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
52%
Liberty Intermediate School
publicmiddleGrade 6-7
50 Traxler Drive, Ottumwa, IA 52501
4.4
Rating
Students
633
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
45%
Math Proficiency
42%
Ottumwa Virtual Learning
publichighPK-12
115 N Ferry St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
3.5
Rating
Students
106
Student-Teacher
0:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
32%
Douma Elementary School
publicelementary1-K2
307 W. Mary St., Ottumwa, IA 52501
0
Rating
Students
327
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Gateway High School
publichighGrade 9-12
907 Gateway Drive, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0
Rating
Students
213
Student-Teacher
29:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Fahrney Elementary
publicelementaryGrade 3-5
520 South Milner, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0
Rating
Students
490
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Pickwick Early Childhood Center
publicelementaryPK-K
1306 W Williams, Ottumwa, IA 52501
0
Rating
Students
560
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%

Detailed Overview of Schools in Ottumwa

Ottumwa, Iowa is home to 12 schools serving over 5,005 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Ottumwa, Iowa?

There are 12 schools in Ottumwa, serving 5,005 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Ottumwa?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Ottumwa include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Ottumwa?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Ottumwa is 15.4:1.