Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Johnson Steam Academy 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnson Elementary School serves the southeast part of Cedar Rapids, IA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this area typically live 5-10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnson Steam Academy School's student population of 324 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
324 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2015
School Motto
Every Learner. Future Ready.
School Rankings
Johnson Steam Academy 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 Johnson Steam Academy School is 0.69, 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
#1168 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
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 ↓
Hispanic
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Johnson Steam Academy School's ranking?
Johnson Steam Academy School is ranked #1168 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Johnson Steam Academy School often compared to?
Johnson Steam Academy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Willow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Johnson Steam Academy School?
324 students attend Johnson Steam Academy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Johnson Steam Academy School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson Steam Academy School?
Johnson Steam Academy School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnson Steam Academy School offer ?
Johnson Steam Academy School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnson Steam Academy School part of?
Johnson Steam Academy School is part of Cedar Rapids Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Johnson Steam Academy School located?
Johnson Steam Academy School is located in the Wellington Heights neighborhood of Cedar Rapids, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Wellington Heights.
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