Serving 647 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jordan Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), 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: 647 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jordan Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jordan Creek Elementary School's student population of 647 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jordan Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jordan Creek Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#340 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
7%
7%
White
67%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jordan Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Jordan Creek Elementary School is ranked #340 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Jordan Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Jordan Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Hills Elementary School, Lawson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Jordan Creek Elementary School?
647 students attend Jordan Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Jordan Creek Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jordan Creek Elementary School?
Jordan Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jordan Creek Elementary School offer ?
Jordan Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Jordan Creek Elementary School part of?
Jordan Creek Elementary School is part of West Des Moines Comm School District.
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