Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Butler Elementary School ranks in the top 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 70-74% (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 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North Butler Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Allison, IA, encompassing approximately 213.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 15.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Butler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Butler Elementary School's student population of 271 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Butler Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Butler Elementary School is 0.10, which is less 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
#566 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Butler Elementary School's ranking?
North Butler Elementary School is ranked #566 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Butler Elementary School often compared to?
North Butler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Butler Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Butler Elementary School?
271 students attend North Butler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of North Butler Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Butler Elementary School?
North Butler Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Butler Elementary School offer ?
North Butler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Butler Elementary School part of?
North Butler Elementary School is part of North Butler Comm School District.
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