Very Good
#416 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 32% in state
Based on limited data
Adel Elementary School
Elementary School · Adel DeSoto Minburn Comm School District
1608 Grove St., Adel, IA 50003
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#416 of 1,280
In Adel
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Adel DeSoto Minburn Comm School District
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Adel Elementary School
Elementary School in Adel · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Adel Elementary School
Adel Elementary School is a public elementary school in Adel, IA, part of Adel DeSoto Minburn Comm School District. Adel Elementary School serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Adel Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #416 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Adel 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Adel Elementary School Compares
See how Adel Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1608 Grove St., Adel, IA 50003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Adel Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Earlham Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Earlham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Waukee Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Waukee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Van Meter Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Van Meter), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Adel, see our Adel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Meadow View Elementary Adel | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| ADM Senior High School Adel | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ADM Middle School Adel | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| DeSoto Intermediate School Desoto | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Dallas Center Elementary Grimes | 5.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Dallas Center-Grimes Middle School Grimes | 5.4 mi | 7.6 |
| DALLAS CENTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dallas Center | 6.2 mi | — |
| Van Meter Elementary School Van Meter | 7.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Van Meter High School Van Meter | 7.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Van Meter Middle School Van Meter | 7.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Northwest High School Waukee | 7.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Waukee Elementary School Waukee | 7.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Sugar Creek Elementary School Waukee | 7.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Vince Meyer Early Learning Center Waukee | 7.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Earlham Elementary School Earlham | 10.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Earlham Senior High School Earlham | 10.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Earlham Middle School Earlham | 10.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Waukee Middle School Waukee | 8.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Timberline School Waukee | 8.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Grant Ragan Elementary School Waukee | 8.5 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,643
Median Home Value
$380,800
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
9,536
College Educated
44.7%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alan Shepard Elementary School Long Grove, IA | 7.3 |
| Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary Cedar Falls, IA | 7.3 |
| Crocker Elementary School Ankeny, IA | 7.3 |
| Edward White Elementary School Eldridge, IA | 7.3 |
| Kingsley Elementary School Waterloo, IA | 7.3 |
| Lowell Elementary School Waterloo, IA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Adel Elementary School
What grades does Adel Elementary School serve?
Adel Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Adel Elementary School?
Adel Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Adel Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Adel Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Adel Elementary School rank in IA?
Adel Elementary School ranks #416 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Adel Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Adel Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Adel Elementary School a charter school?
No, Adel Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Adel Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Adel Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adel Elementary School?
19.4% of students at Adel 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 – 1st
- Enrollment
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.0%
- Phone
- (515) 993-4285
Resources & Links
District
Adel DeSoto Minburn Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 2,295
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,402
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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