Serving 574 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Radiant Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Radiant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Radiant Elementary School's student population of 574 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Radiant Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Radiant Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#437 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
3%
7%
White
82%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Radiant Elementary School's ranking?
Radiant Elementary School is ranked #437 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Radiant Elementary School?
574 students attend Radiant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Radiant Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Radiant Elementary School?
Radiant Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Radiant Elementary School offer ?
Radiant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Radiant Elementary School part of?
Radiant Elementary School is part of Waukee Comm School District.
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