Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alburnett Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Alburnett Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Alburnett school district, covering approximately 65.2 square miles in Alburnett, IA. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 5.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 9.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alburnett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alburnett Elementary School's student population of 395 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
395 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
15 acres
School Rankings
Alburnett Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alburnett Elementary School is 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#286 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alburnett Elementary School's ranking?
Alburnett Elementary School is ranked #286 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Alburnett Elementary School often compared to?
Alburnett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shellsburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Alburnett Elementary School?
395 students attend Alburnett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Alburnett Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alburnett Elementary School?
Alburnett Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alburnett Elementary School offer ?
Alburnett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alburnett Elementary School part of?
Alburnett Elementary School is part of Alburnett Comm School District.
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