Serving 577 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maple Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maple Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Maple Grove Elementary School's student population of 577 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
577 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maple Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maple Grove Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#189 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
19%
7%
White
50%
70%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maple Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Maple Grove Elementary School is ranked #189 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Maple Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Maple Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waukee Elementary School, Brookview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Maple Grove Elementary School?
577 students attend Maple Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Maple Grove Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maple Grove Elementary School?
Maple Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maple Grove Elementary School offer ?
Maple Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Maple Grove Elementary School part of?
Maple Grove Elementary School is part of Waukee Comm School District.
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