Serving 211 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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- 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 211 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
211 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
The diversity score of Stuart Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85-89%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
68%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
88%
70%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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?
211 students attend Stuart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Stuart Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stuart Elementary School?
Stuart Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower 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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