Ballard West Elementary School serves 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 76%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-2
Enrollment: 456 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Minority Enrollment: 10%
Math Proficiency
: 75-79%
Reading Proficiency
: 75-79%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
The diversity score of Ballard West Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 76% IA state average).
How many students attend Ballard West Elementary School?
456 students attend Ballard West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Ballard West Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ballard West Elementary School?
Ballard West Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ballard West Elementary School offer ?
Ballard West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Ballard West Elementary School part of?
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-2
Enrollment: 456 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Minority Enrollment: 10%
Math Proficiency
: 75-79%
Reading Proficiency
: 75-79%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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