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#520 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 41% in state
Blakesburg Elementary
Elementary School · Eddyville-Blakesburg- Fremont CSD
PO BOX 68 407 S Wilson, Blakesburg, IA 52536
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#520 of 1,280
In district
#3 of 4
Eddyville-Blakesburg- Fremont CSD
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Blakesburg Elementary
Blakesburg Elementary is a public elementary school in Blakesburg, IA, part of Eddyville-Blakesburg- Fremont CSD. Blakesburg Elementary serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Blakesburg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #520 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Blakesburg Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, Blakesburg Elementary 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.
Test scores at Blakesburg Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Blakesburg Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Blakesburg Elementary — Students at Blakesburg Elementary score 65% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 75%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 8.0/10.
How Blakesburg Elementary Compares
See how Blakesburg Elementary 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
PO BOX 68 407 S Wilson, Blakesburg, IA 52536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blakesburg Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moravia Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Moravia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Center (rated 8.2/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Albia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eddyville Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Eddyville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Blakesburg, see our Blakesburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kendall Center Albia | 9.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Albia High School Albia | 9.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Albia Middle School Albia | 9.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Grant Center Albia | 9.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Lincoln Center Albia | 10.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Moravia High School Moravia | 10.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Moravia Elementary School Moravia | 10.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Pickwick Early Childhood Center Ottumwa | 10.6 mi | 2.6 |
| OTTUMWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ottumwa | 10.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Eddyville Elementary Eddyville | 14.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Jr/Sr High Eddyville | 14.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Liberty Elementary School Ottumwa | 10.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Evans Middle School Ottumwa | 11.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Douma Elementary School Ottumwa | 11.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Gateway High School Ottumwa | 12.1 mi | — |
| James Elementary School Ottumwa | 12.4 mi | 5.0 |
| SETON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ottumwa | 12.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Ottumwa High School Ottumwa | 12.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School Ottumwa | 13.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Wilson Elementary School Ottumwa | 13.0 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,750
Median Home Value
$140,000
Median Rent
$621/mo
Population
713
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
84.5%
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
59.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KEOKUK CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Keokuk, IA | 7.0 |
| Paton-Churdan Elementary Churdan, IA | 7.0 |
| SHELBY COUNTY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Harlan, IA | 7.0 |
| SHELDON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sheldon, IA | 7.0 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Boone, IA | 6.8 |
| SANBORN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanborn, IA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blakesburg Elementary
What grades does Blakesburg Elementary serve?
Blakesburg Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Blakesburg Elementary?
Blakesburg Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blakesburg Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Blakesburg Elementary is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blakesburg Elementary rank in IA?
Blakesburg Elementary ranks #520 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Blakesburg Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Blakesburg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Blakesburg Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blakesburg Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Blakesburg Elementary a charter school?
No, Blakesburg Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blakesburg Elementary a Title I school?
No, Blakesburg Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blakesburg Elementary?
37.1% of students at Blakesburg Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 97
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Wapello County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.7%
- Phone
- (641) 938-2203
Resources & Links
District
Eddyville-Blakesburg- Fremont CSD- District Enrollment
- 912
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,838
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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