Serving 67 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Prairie Crossing 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 <50% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Edge's attendance zone encompasses the entire Cedar Rapids school district, covering approximately 141.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie Crossing's student population of 67 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
67 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairie Crossing 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 Prairie Crossing 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
#1135 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
68%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
14%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)32.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Crossing's ranking?
Prairie Crossing is ranked #1135 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Prairie Crossing?
67 students attend Prairie Crossing.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Prairie Crossing students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Crossing?
Prairie Crossing has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairie Crossing offer ?
Prairie Crossing offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prairie Crossing part of?
Prairie Crossing is part of College Comm School District.
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