Serving 247 students in grades Kindergarten-4, James Wilson Grimes 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Wilson Grimes School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
James Wilson Grimes School's student population of 247 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Inspiring and challenging students through diverse opportunities.
School Rankings
James Wilson Grimes School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Wilson Grimes School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1119 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
24%
7%
White
54%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Wilson Grimes School's ranking?
James Wilson Grimes School is ranked #1119 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are James Wilson Grimes School often compared to?
James Wilson Grimes Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Hawk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend James Wilson Grimes School?
247 students attend James Wilson Grimes School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of James Wilson Grimes School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Wilson Grimes School?
James Wilson Grimes School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Wilson Grimes School offer ?
James Wilson Grimes School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Wilson Grimes School part of?
James Wilson Grimes School is part of Burlington Community School District.
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