Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Van Meter Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Meter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Van Meter Elementary School's student population of 571 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Van Meter Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Meter Elementary School is 0.12, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#11 out of 1223 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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 Van Meter Elementary School's ranking?
Van Meter Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Van Meter Elementary School often compared to?
Van Meter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waukee Elementary School, Adel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Van Meter Elementary School?
571 students attend Van Meter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Van Meter Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Meter Elementary School?
Van Meter Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Van Meter Elementary School offer ?
Van Meter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Van Meter Elementary School part of?
Van Meter Elementary School is part of Van Meter Comm School District.
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