Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Crestview School Of Inquiry ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestview School Of Inquiry ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Crestview School Of Inquiry's student population of 549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 23, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Learning Together, Growing Together
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Crestview School Of Inquiry 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 Crestview School Of Inquiry is 0.67, 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
#1072 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
52%
13%
Black
10%
7%
White
20%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestview School Of Inquiry's ranking?
Crestview School Of Inquiry is ranked #1072 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Crestview School Of Inquiry often compared to?
Crestview School Of Inquiryis often viewed alongside schools like Shuler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Crestview School Of Inquiry?
549 students attend Crestview School Of Inquiry.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Crestview School Of Inquiry students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crestview School Of Inquiry?
Crestview School Of Inquiry has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crestview School Of Inquiry offer ?
Crestview School Of Inquiry offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crestview School Of Inquiry part of?
Crestview School Of Inquiry is part of West Des Moines Comm School District.
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