Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, James Van Allen Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Van Allen Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Van Allen Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Van Allen Elementary School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#577 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
10%
7%
White
67%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #577 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend James Van Allen Elementary School?
398 students attend James Van Allen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of James Van Allen Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% 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 15:1, which is higher than 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-6
What school district is James Van Allen Elementary School part of?
James Van Allen Elementary School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
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