Serving 160 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Bcluw Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 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 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BCLUW Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Conrad, IA, encompassing approximately 182.9 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bcluw Elementary School's student population of 160 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Rankings
Bcluw Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bcluw Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#423 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
91%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Comets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bcluw Elementary School's ranking?
Bcluw Elementary School is ranked #423 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Bcluw Elementary School?
160 students attend Bcluw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bcluw Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bcluw Elementary School?
Bcluw Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bcluw Elementary School offer ?
Bcluw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bcluw Elementary School part of?
Bcluw Elementary School is part of BCLUW Comm School District.
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