Serving 362 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Poyner Elementary 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Poyner Elementary serves the eastern part of Evansdale, IA, covering an area of approximately 13 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area and a maximum distance of 5.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poyner Elementary School's student population of 362 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
362 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Poyner Elementary 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 Poyner Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#882 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Engaged in Learning, Striving for Excellence, Prepared for Success
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poyner Elementary School's ranking?
Poyner Elementary School is ranked #882 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Poyner Elementary School often compared to?
Poyner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helen A Hansen Elementary School, Orchard Hill Elementary School, Orange Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Poyner Elementary School?
362 students attend Poyner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Poyner Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poyner Elementary School?
Poyner Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poyner Elementary School offer ?
Poyner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Poyner Elementary School part of?
Poyner Elementary School is part of Waterloo Comm School District.
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