Adel Elementary School serves 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adel Elementary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Adel Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Adel Elementary School often compared to?
Adel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Meter Elementary School, Waukee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Adel Elementary School?
413 students attend Adel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Adel Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adel Elementary School?
Adel Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Adel Elementary School offer ?
Adel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Adel Elementary School part of?
Adel Elementary School is part of Adel Desoto Minburn Comm School District.
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