Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, North Bend Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority 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-3
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Bend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Bend Elementary School's student population of 393 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Bend 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 North Bend Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#277 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
12%
7%
White
68%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Bend Elementary School's ranking?
North Bend Elementary School is ranked #277 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Bend Elementary School often compared to?
North Bend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn Elementary School, James Van Allen Elementary School, Buford Garner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend North Bend Elementary School?
393 students attend North Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of North Bend Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Bend Elementary School?
North Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Bend Elementary School offer ?
North Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is North Bend Elementary School part of?
North Bend Elementary School is part of Clear Creek Amana Comm School District.
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