Serving 523 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Studebaker Elementary School 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 43% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Studebaker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Studebaker Elementary School's student population of 523 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Studebaker 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 Studebaker Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1170 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
43%
13%
Black
14%
7%
White
33%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Studebaker Elementary School's ranking?
Studebaker Elementary School is ranked #1170 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Studebaker Elementary School?
523 students attend Studebaker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Studebaker Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Studebaker Elementary School?
Studebaker Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Studebaker Elementary School offer ?
Studebaker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Studebaker Elementary School part of?
Studebaker Elementary School is part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District.
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