Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wickham Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 90% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (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 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wickham 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
Diversity
School Overview
Wickham Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wickham Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wickham Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#14 out of 1233 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
8%
7%
White
61%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Wickham Elementary School's ranking?
Wickham Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Wickham Elementary School often compared to?
Wickham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, James Van Allen Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Wickham Elementary School?
371 students attend Wickham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Wickham Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wickham Elementary School?
Wickham Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wickham Elementary School offer ?
Wickham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wickham Elementary School part of?
Wickham Elementary School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Wickham Elementary School located?
Wickham Elementary School is located in the Wickham neighborhood of Coralville, IA.
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