Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, James Van Allen 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 67% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Van Allen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
James Van Allen Elementary School's student population of 432 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Van Allen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Van Allen Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#768 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
13%
7%
White
64%
72%
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
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Van Allen Elementary School's ranking?
James Van Allen Elementary School is ranked #768 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are James Van Allen Elementary School often compared to?
James Van Allen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wickham Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend James Van Allen Elementary School?
432 students attend James Van Allen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of James Van Allen Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Van Allen Elementary School?
James Van Allen Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Van Allen Elementary School offer ?
James Van Allen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is James Van Allen Elementary School part of?
James Van Allen Elementary School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is James Van Allen Elementary School located?
James Van Allen Elementary School is located in the Wickham neighborhood of North Liberty, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Wickham.
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