Serving 249 students in grades 7-8, Walcott Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walcott Intermediate's student population of 249 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walcott Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walcott Intermediate is 0.37, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#927 out of 1221 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
2%
7%
White
78%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walcott Intermediate's ranking?
Walcott Intermediate is ranked #927 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Walcott Intermediate often compared to?
Walcott Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Bettendorf Middle School, Williams Intermediate, Wood Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Walcott Intermediate?
249 students attend Walcott Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Walcott Intermediate students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walcott Intermediate?
Walcott Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walcott Intermediate offer ?
Walcott Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Walcott Intermediate part of?
Walcott Intermediate is part of Davenport Comm School District.
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