Waukee Elementary School

850 6th St
Waukee, IA 50263
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 713 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Waukee Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 713 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 10% in IA
  • : 87% (Top 10%)
  • : 85% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Waukee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

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School Overview

Waukee Elementary School's student population of 713 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Waukee Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waukee Elementary School is 0.50, 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.
This School
State Level (IA)
#71 out of 1233 schools
(Top 10%)
(22-23)
87%
68%
85%
70%
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
7%
7%
White
69%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.50
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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 Waukee Elementary School's ranking?
Waukee Elementary School is ranked #71 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Waukee Elementary School often compared to?
Waukee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Meter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Waukee Elementary School?
713 students attend Waukee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Waukee Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waukee Elementary School?
Waukee Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waukee Elementary School offer ?
Waukee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waukee Elementary School part of?
Waukee Elementary School is part of Waukee Comm School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 713 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 87% (Top 10%)
  • : 85% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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