Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peosta Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peosta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Peosta Elementary School's student population of 425 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Peosta Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peosta Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#143 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peosta Elementary School's ranking?
Peosta Elementary School is ranked #143 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Peosta Elementary School?
425 students attend Peosta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Peosta Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peosta Elementary School?
Peosta Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peosta Elementary School offer ?
Peosta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peosta Elementary School part of?
Peosta Elementary School is part of Western Dubuque Comm School District.
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