Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bess Streeter Aldrich 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 89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bess Streeter Aldrich 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
Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School's student population of 472 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#17 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
3%
7%
White
86%
70%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School's ranking?
Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School is ranked #17 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School often compared to?
Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helen A Hansen Elementary School, Southdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School?
472 students attend Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School?
Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School offer ?
Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School part of?
Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School is part of Cedar Falls Comm School District.
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