Serving 224 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Stuart Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stuart Elementary School's student population of 224 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
The diversity score of Stuart Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85-89%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
68%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 schools are Stuart Elementary School often compared to?
Stuart Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dexter Elementary School, Earlham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Stuart Elementary School?
224 students attend Stuart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Stuart Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stuart Elementary School?
Stuart Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stuart Elementary School offer ?
Stuart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stuart Elementary School part of?
Stuart Elementary School is part of West Central Valley Comm School District.
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