Walcott Elementary School

545 E James St
Walcott, IA 52773
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5/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 189 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Walcott Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 189 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Bottom 50% in IA
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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School Overview

Walcott Elementary School's student population of 189 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
189 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
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School Rankings

Walcott Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walcott Elementary School is 0.27, which is less 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)
#711 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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70-74%
68%
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65-69%
70%
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70-79%
63%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
7%
13%
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Black
2%
7%
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White
85%
71%
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Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.27
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Panthers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Walcott Elementary School's ranking?
Walcott Elementary School is ranked #711 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Walcott Elementary School often compared to?
Walcott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buffalo Elementary School, Blue Grass Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Walcott Elementary School?
189 students attend Walcott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Walcott Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walcott Elementary School?
Walcott Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walcott Elementary School offer ?
Walcott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walcott Elementary School part of?
Walcott Elementary School is part of Davenport Community School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 189 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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