Serving 431 students in grades 3-5, Ballard East Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ballard East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ballard East Elementary School's student population of 431 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Bombers
School Rankings
Ballard East Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballard East Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#279 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bombers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballard East Elementary School's ranking?
Ballard East Elementary School is ranked #279 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Ballard East Elementary School?
431 students attend Ballard East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Ballard East Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ballard East Elementary School?
Ballard East Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ballard East Elementary School offer ?
Ballard East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ballard East Elementary School part of?
Ballard East Elementary School is part of Ballard Comm School District.
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