Serving 150 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walcott 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 65-69% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Walcott Elementary School serves the northwest part of Walcott, IA, covering an area of approximately 48.7 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walcott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walcott Elementary School's student population of 150 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
150 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walcott 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 Walcott Elementary School is 0.20, which is less 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
#711 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
89%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walcott Elementary School's ranking?
Walcott Elementary School is ranked #711 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Walcott Elementary School often compared to?
Walcott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buffalo Elementary School, Blue Grass 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Walcott Elementary School?
150 students attend Walcott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Walcott Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walcott Elementary School?
Walcott Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walcott Elementary School offer ?
Walcott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walcott Elementary School part of?
Walcott Elementary School is part of Davenport Comm School District.
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