Meadow View Elementary School

1300 S. 15th Street
Adel, IA 50003
10/
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Top 10%
Serving 523 students in grades 2-4, Meadow View Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 2-4
  • Enrollment: 523 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 10% in IA
  • : 86% (Top 10%)
  • : 85% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Meadow View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

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School Overview

Meadow View Elementary School's student population of 523 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

School Rankings

Meadow View Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadow View Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#85 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
86%
68%
85%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Meadow View Elementary School's ranking?
Meadow View Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Meadow View Elementary School?
523 students attend Meadow View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Meadow View Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadow View Elementary School?
Meadow View Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meadow View Elementary School offer ?
Meadow View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Meadow View Elementary School part of?
Meadow View Elementary School is part of Adel Desoto Minburn Community School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 2-4
  • Enrollment: 523 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 86% (Top 10%)
  • : 85% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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