At a glance
Reported students
439
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
29.63
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Iowa elementary enrollment
76th percentile
Compared with 663 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
388
Manson Northwest Webster Elementary: 439 reported students.
State peer staffing position
79th percentile
14.8:1 reported; state peer median 13.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 359
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31.14
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.5:1
What the reported data says about Manson Northwest Webster Elementary
Manson Northwest Webster Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK–06 in Barnum. It is one of 2 current school records connected to Manson Northwest Webster Comm School District. NCES reports 439 students for 2024–25.
Among 663 elementary schools in Iowa with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 322 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 76th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.8:1, above the Iowa median of 13.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (91.6%) and multiracial (5.5%). Students served under IDEA represent 9.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Manson Northwest Webster Elementary
- 1How do the reported 14.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 29.63 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0.7 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- Students with disabilities
- 9.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 31.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0.7
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White91.6%
- Hispanic2.1%
- Black0.9%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Manson Northwest Webster Comm School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
View all 2 district schools →Public schools near Manson Northwest Webster Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/High School High · Manson Northwest Webster Comm School District | 07–12 | 337 | 8.7 mi |
| Feelhaver Elementary School Elementary · Fort Dodge Comm School District | 01–05 | 227 | 9.1 mi |
| Early Childhood Center Elementary · Fort Dodge Comm School District | PK–KG | 376 | 9.5 mi |
| Duncombe Elementary School Elementary · Fort Dodge Comm School District | 01–05 | 438 | 9.5 mi |
| Butler Elementary School Elementary · Fort Dodge Comm School District | 01–05 | 328 | 9.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Manson Northwest Webster Elementary
What grades does Manson Northwest Webster Elementary serve?
Manson Northwest Webster Elementary reports grades PK–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Manson Northwest Webster Comm School District.
How many students attend Manson Northwest Webster Elementary?
Manson Northwest Webster Elementary reported 439 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 76th percentile among 663 Iowa elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 359 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Manson Northwest Webster Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 14.8:1, based on 439 students and 29.63 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Iowa median for the same school level is 13.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Manson Northwest Webster Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Manson Northwest Webster Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Manson Northwest Webster Comm School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Manson Northwest Webster Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
31.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Manson Northwest Webster Elementary in?
Manson Northwest Webster Elementary is part of Manson Northwest Webster Comm School District, based in Manson, IA, which operates 2 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Manson Northwest Webster Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/High School (8.7 mi), Feelhaver Elementary School (9.1 mi), Early Childhood Center (9.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.