Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Christine Grant Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 78% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christine Grant Elementary School's student population of 548 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Christine Grant Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christine Grant Elementary School 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
#306 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
8%
7%
White
79%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christine Grant Elementary School's ranking?
Christine Grant Elementary School is ranked #306 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Christine Grant Elementary School?
548 students attend Christine Grant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Christine Grant Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christine Grant Elementary School?
Christine Grant Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Christine Grant Elementary School offer ?
Christine Grant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Christine Grant Elementary School part of?
Christine Grant Elementary School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Christine Grant Elementary School located?
Christine Grant Elementary School is located in the Penn neighborhood of North Liberty, IA. There are 3 other public schools located in Penn.
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