Serving 376 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James Van Allen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Van Allen Elementary School serves the north part of North Liberty, IA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Van Allen Elementary School's student population of 376 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Van Allen 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 James Van Allen Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#776 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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 James Van Allen Elementary School's ranking?
James Van Allen Elementary School is ranked #776 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are James Van Allen Elementary School often compared to?
James Van Allen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wickham Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend James Van Allen Elementary School?
376 students attend James Van Allen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of James Van Allen Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Van Allen Elementary School?
James Van Allen Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Van Allen Elementary School offer ?
James Van Allen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Van Allen Elementary School part of?
James Van Allen Elementary School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is James Van Allen Elementary School located?
James Van Allen Elementary School is located in the Wickham neighborhood of North Liberty, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Wickham.
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