Serving 328 students in grades 1-5, Butler Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Butler Elementary School serves the southwest part of Fort Dodge, IA, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles, with most students living within a 1-mile radius and typical drive times ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The farthest edge of the attendance zone is about 3.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butler Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Butler Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butler Elementary School is 0.55, which is more 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
#1179 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)35.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 is Butler Elementary School's ranking?
Butler Elementary School is ranked #1179 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Butler Elementary School often compared to?
Butler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duncombe Elementary School, Cooper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Butler Elementary School?
328 students attend Butler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Butler Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butler Elementary School?
Butler Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Butler Elementary School offer ?
Butler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Butler Elementary School part of?
Butler Elementary School is part of Fort Dodge Comm School District.
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