Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lambert Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lambert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lambert Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lambert 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 Lambert Elementary School is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#331 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
4%
7%
White
87%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lambert Elementary School's ranking?
Lambert Elementary School is ranked #331 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Lambert Elementary School often compared to?
Lambert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delhi Elementary School, Shannon Elementary School, Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% 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 Lambert Elementary School?
465 students attend Lambert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Lambert Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lambert Elementary School?
Lambert Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lambert Elementary School offer ?
Lambert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lambert Elementary School part of?
Lambert Elementary School is part of West Delaware County Comm School District.
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