Serving 277 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blue Grass Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blue Grass Elementary School serves the southwest part of Blue Grass, IA, covering an area of approximately 31.9 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being 3.6 miles and the furthest edge located 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Grass Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Blue Grass Elementary School's student population of 277 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blue Grass Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Grass Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#217 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
89%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Grass Elementary School's ranking?
Blue Grass Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Blue Grass Elementary School often compared to?
Blue Grass Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buffalo Elementary School, Walcott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Blue Grass Elementary School?
277 students attend Blue Grass Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Blue Grass Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Grass Elementary School?
Blue Grass Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blue Grass Elementary School offer ?
Blue Grass Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blue Grass Elementary School part of?
Blue Grass Elementary School is part of Davenport Comm School District.
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