Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Burlington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Burlington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Burlington Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
West Burlington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Burlington Elementary School is 0.47, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
5%
7%
White
71%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 West Burlington Elementary School's ranking?
West Burlington Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Burlington Elementary School often compared to?
West Burlington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mediapolis Elementary School, Danville 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 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend West Burlington Elementary School?
437 students attend West Burlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of West Burlington Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Burlington Elementary School?
West Burlington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Burlington Elementary School offer ?
West Burlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Burlington Elementary School part of?
West Burlington Elementary School is part of West Burlington Ind School District.
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