Serving 326 students in grades Kindergarten-3, North Bend Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to 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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Bend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Bend Elementary School's student population of 326 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Bringing Learning To Life
School Rankings
North Bend Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Bend 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
#269 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
18%
7%
White
60%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Bend Elementary School's ranking?
North Bend Elementary School is ranked #269 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Bend Elementary School often compared to?
North Bend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn Elementary School, Buford Garner Elementary School, James Van Allen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend North Bend Elementary School?
326 students attend North Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of North Bend Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Bend Elementary School?
North Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Bend Elementary School offer ?
North Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Bend Elementary School part of?
North Bend Elementary School is part of Clear Creek Amana Comm School District.
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