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Fahrney Elementary

520 South Milner, Ottumwa, IA 52501, United States

+1 (641) 684-6597

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Fahrney Elementary Overview

About This School

Fahrney Elementary is a public elementary in Ottumwa, Iowa, serving 490 students in grades Grade 3-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 36% in math, 34% in reading, and 33% in science. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 30 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $76,168. The student body is evenly split between male and female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 49% White and 28% Hispanic, with 6% identifying as Asian, 6% as Black, and 1% as two or more races.

490

Total Students

Grade 3-5

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

30 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 3-5

County

Wapello County

Students per Counselor

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Fahrney Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

City Avg: 54%State Avg: 70%

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Mathematics

City Avg: 53%State Avg: 65%

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Science

Class Information

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 15.4:1

State Avg: 14.5:1

Students per Counselor

Fahrney Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$76,168

City Avg: $76,168

State Avg: $66,994

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1

Students per Counselor:1

Fahrney Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

50.41%

Male

49.59%

Female

Total Enrollment: 490 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White48.78%

Hispanic28.37%

Asian5.92%

Black5.51%

Two or More Races1.22%

Native American0.61%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fahrney Elementary

Q: What is Fahrney Elementary?

A: Fahrney Elementary is a elementary public located in Ottumwa.

Q: How many students attend Fahrney Elementary?

A: Fahrney Elementary has approximately 490 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Fahrney Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Fahrney Elementary is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Fahrney Elementary

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Fahrney Elementary - Ottumwa, IA

Quick Facts about Fahrney Elementary
School Name	Fahrney Elementary
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 3-5
Location	520 South Milner, Ottumwa, IA 52501, Ottumwa, IA
County	Wapello County
Phone	+1 (641) 684-6597
Total Students	490
Student-Teacher Ratio	15:1
Full-Time Teachers	30
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Fahrney Elementary

What is Fahrney Elementary?

Fahrney Elementary is a elementary public located in Ottumwa.

How many students attend Fahrney Elementary?

Fahrney Elementary has approximately 490 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fahrney Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Fahrney Elementary is 15:1.

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