Blue Grass Elementary School

226 Sycamore St
Blue Grass, IA 52726
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
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 (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 277 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Top 20% in IA
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • : 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:

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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)
Total Students
277 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

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.
This School
State Level (IA)
#217 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

80-84%
68%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

75-79%
70%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
6%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
89%
70%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
11%
0.20

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 277 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • : 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

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