Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sawyer Elementary School ranks in the top 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sawyer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sawyer Elementary School's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sawyer Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sawyer 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
#578 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
8%
7%
White
68%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Sawyer Elementary School's ranking?
Sawyer Elementary School is ranked #578 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Sawyer Elementary School often compared to?
Sawyer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edwards Elementary School, Fellows 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 64% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Sawyer Elementary School?
375 students attend Sawyer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Sawyer Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sawyer Elementary School?
Sawyer Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sawyer Elementary School offer ?
Sawyer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sawyer Elementary School part of?
Sawyer Elementary School is part of Ames Comm School District.
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