Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert Lucas Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 60-64% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert Lucas Elementary School serves the eastern part of Iowa City, IA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert Lucas Elementary School's student population of 245 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Robert Lucas 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 Robert Lucas Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#778 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
33%
7%
White
43%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Lucas Elementary School's ranking?
Robert Lucas Elementary School is ranked #778 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Robert Lucas Elementary School often compared to?
Robert Lucas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helen Lemme Elementary 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Robert Lucas Elementary School?
245 students attend Robert Lucas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Robert Lucas Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert Lucas Elementary School?
Robert Lucas Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert Lucas Elementary School offer ?
Robert Lucas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert Lucas Elementary School part of?
Robert Lucas Elementary School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert Lucas Elementary School located?
Robert Lucas Elementary School is located in the Lucas neighborhood of Iowa City, IA. There are 2 other public schools located in Lucas.
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