Adel Elementary School serves 403 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Attendance Zone: Adel Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Adel, IA, covering approximately 141.8 square miles. The zone typically ensures a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.9 miles to its edge and extending up to 14.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adel Elementary School's student population of 403 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
403 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Adel Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
White
90%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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?
403 students attend Adel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Adel Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% 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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