Serving 244 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Karen Acres Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Karen Acres Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Karen Acres Elementary School's student population of 244 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Teaching all, Reaching all'
School Mascot
J-hawk
School Rankings
Karen Acres Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Karen Acres Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#458 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
22%
13%
Black
5%
7%
White
53%
71%
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
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: J-hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Karen Acres Elementary School's ranking?
Karen Acres Elementary School is ranked #458 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Karen Acres Elementary School?
244 students attend Karen Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Karen Acres Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Karen Acres Elementary School?
Karen Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Karen Acres Elementary School offer ?
Karen Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Karen Acres Elementary School part of?
Karen Acres Elementary School is part of Urbandale Comm School District.
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