Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Crestview School Of Inquiry 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 56% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crestview School of Inquiry serves the northern part of Clive, IA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crestview School Of Inquiry's student population of 558 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
558 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Together, Growing Together
School Rankings
Crestview School Of Inquiry 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 Crestview School Of Inquiry is 0.62, 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
#1072 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)23.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestview School Of Inquiry's ranking?
Crestview School Of Inquiry is ranked #1072 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Crestview School Of Inquiry often compared to?
Crestview School Of Inquiryis often viewed alongside schools like Shuler Elementary School, Clive Learning Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Crestview School Of Inquiry?
558 students attend Crestview School Of Inquiry.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Crestview School Of Inquiry students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crestview School Of Inquiry?
Crestview School Of Inquiry has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crestview School Of Inquiry offer ?
Crestview School Of Inquiry offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crestview School Of Inquiry part of?
Crestview School Of Inquiry is part of West Des Moines Comm School District.
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