Serving 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Prairie Crest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie Crest Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Prairie Crest 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 Prairie Crest Elementary School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#594 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
12%
7%
White
68%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Crest Elementary School is ranked #594 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Prairie Crest Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Creek, Prairie Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Prairie Crest Elementary School?
419 students attend Prairie Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Prairie Crest Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Crest Elementary School?
Prairie Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairie Crest Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prairie Crest Elementary School part of?
Prairie Crest Elementary School is part of College Comm School District.
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