Serving 646 students in grades 5-6, Boulder Peak Intermediate 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 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boulder Peak Intermediate School's student population of 646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Boulder Peak Intermediate 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 Boulder Peak Intermediate School is 0.34, 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
#411 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
4%
7%
White
81%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Boulder Peak Intermediate School's ranking?
Boulder Peak Intermediate School is ranked #411 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?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Boulder Peak Intermediate School?
646 students attend Boulder Peak Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Boulder Peak Intermediate School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boulder Peak Intermediate School?
Boulder Peak Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Boulder Peak Intermediate School offer ?
Boulder Peak Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boulder Peak Intermediate School part of?
Boulder Peak Intermediate School is part of Linn-Mar Comm School District.
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