Prairieview School

655 Se University Ave
Waukee, IA 50263
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 981 students in grades 8-9, Prairieview School ranks in the top 20% 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 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 8-9
  • Enrollment: 981 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 20% in IA
  • : 76% (Top 30%)
  • : 82% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Prairieview School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

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School Overview

Prairieview School's student population of 981 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
981 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
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School Rankings

Prairieview School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairieview School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (IA)
#165 out of 1221 schools
(Top 20%)
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76%
64%
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82%
68%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
4%
3%
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Hispanic
6%
12%
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Black
4%
7%
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White
80%
73%
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Hawaiian
n/a
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Two or more races
6%
5%
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0.35
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Prairieview School's ranking?
Prairieview School is ranked #165 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Prairieview School?
981 students attend Prairieview School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Prairieview School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairieview School?
Prairieview School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairieview School offer ?
Prairieview School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairieview School part of?
Prairieview School is part of Waukee Comm School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 8-9
  • Enrollment: 981 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 76% (Top 30%)
  • : 82% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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