Interstate 35 Elementary School

458 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
School Overview
Interstate 35 Elementary School, located in the small community of Truro, Iowa, serves as a foundational component of the Interstate 35 Community School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the primary grades, emphasizing both academic growth and social-emotional development. By maintaining a close-knit atmosphere typical of rural Iowa school districts, the elementary school focuses on building strong relationships between students, faculty, and the local community to help every child reach their full potential.

The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for the challenges of middle and high school by establishing a solid base in core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, Interstate 35 Elementary prides itself on cultivating a positive school culture that encourages curiosity, responsibility, and collaboration. Through a combination of dedicated instruction and community-focused initiatives, the school serves as a central hub for families in the Truro area, striving to develop well-rounded students who are prepared to contribute positively to their community.
458
Total Students
33.9
Full-Time Teachers
13.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
22.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Interstate 35 Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White432
Hispanic15
Black3
Asian2
Two or More5
American Indian1
  • White
    432 (94.3%)
  • Hispanic
    15 (3.3%)
  • Two or More
    5 (1.1%)
  • Black
    3 (0.7%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Interstate 35 Comm School District
Phone: (641)765-4901
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 458
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 33.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 77
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 28
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 51
Kindergarten 57
Grade 1 54
Grade 2 55
Grade 3 55
Grade 4 72
Grade 5 55
Grade 6 59

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Interstate 35 Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten51
Kindergarten57
Grade 154
Grade 255
Grade 355
Grade 472
Grade 555
Grade 659
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Interstate 35 Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female23050.2%
Male22849.8%