Excellent
#69 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 5% in state
Adair-casey Elementary School
Elementary School · Adair-Casey Comm School District
3384 Indigo Ave, Adair, IA 50002
Enrollment
161
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
161
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#69 of 1,280
In Adair
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Adair-Casey Comm School District
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Adair-casey Elementary School
Elementary School in Adair · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Adair-casey Elementary School
Adair-casey Elementary School is a public elementary school in Adair, IA, part of Adair-Casey Comm School District. Adair-casey Elementary School serves approximately 161 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Adair-casey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Adair-casey Elementary School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 161 students, Adair-casey Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Adair-casey Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Adair-casey Elementary School — Students at Adair-casey Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Adair-casey Elementary School Compares
See how Adair-casey Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3384 Indigo Ave, Adair, IA 50002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Adair-casey Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stuart Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Stuart), with a very similar rating. Another option is Guthrie Center Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Guthrie Center), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Nodaway Valley Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Adair, see our Adair schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,250
Median Home Value
$190,300
Median Rent
$852/mo
Population
1,522
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
81.6%
Avg Commute
17.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
43
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Boyer Valley Elementary School Dow City, IA | 8.6 |
| Lynnville-Sully Elementary School Sully, IA | 8.6 |
| Bryant Elementary School Algona, IA | 8.5 |
| Corning Elementary School Corning, IA | 8.5 |
| MT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Des Moines, IA | 8.5 |
| Marnie Simons Elementary School Hamburg, IA | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Adair-casey Elementary School
What grades does Adair-casey Elementary School serve?
Adair-casey Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Adair-casey Elementary School?
Adair-casey Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 161 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Adair-casey Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Adair-casey Elementary School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Adair-casey Elementary School rank in IA?
Adair-casey Elementary School ranks #69 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Adair-casey Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Adair-casey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Adair-casey Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Adair-casey Elementary School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Adair-casey Elementary School a charter school?
No, Adair-casey Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Adair-casey Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Adair-casey Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adair-casey Elementary School?
52.8% of students at Adair-casey Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 161
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Guthrie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (641) 746-2242
Resources & Links
District
Adair-Casey Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 245
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,834
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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