Below Average
#1059 of 1,280 schools in IA
Carter Lake Elementary School
Elementary School · Council Bluffs Comm School District
1000 Willow Drive, Carter Lake, IA 51510
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,059 of 1,280
In district
#12 of 14
Council Bluffs Comm School District
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Carter Lake Elementary School
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About Carter Lake Elementary School
Carter Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Carter Lake, IA, part of Council Bluffs Comm School District. Carter Lake Elementary School serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Carter Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,059 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Carter Lake Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- IA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Carter Lake Elementary School — Students at Carter Lake Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.3%
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: 3.5/10.
How Carter Lake Elementary School Compares
See how Carter Lake 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
1000 Willow Drive, Carter Lake, IA 51510
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carter Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOTHROP MAGNET CENTER (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Omaha), which scores notably higher. Another option is KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Omaha), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Franklin Elementary School (rated 5.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Council Bluffs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carter Lake, see our Carter Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NCYF COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 0.9 mi | — |
| SHERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.6 mi | 2.0 |
| KING SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| LOTHROP MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| JESUIT ACADEMY Omaha | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| CONESTOGA MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Franklin Elementary School Council Bluffs | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT EDUCARE - KELLOM Omaha | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| KELLOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.1 mi | 2.4 |
| Rue Elementary School Council Bluffs | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER (0-3) AT KENNEDY Omaha | 2.1 mi | — |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER (PK) AT KENNEDY Omaha | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| DRUID HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| MILLER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Thomas Jefferson High School Council Bluffs | 2.7 mi | 2.9 |
| LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.9 mi | 3.0 |
| SKINNER MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 2.4 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 51510 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,037
Median Home Value
$161,200
Median Rent
$1,115/mo
Population
3,773
College Educated
12.9%
Homeownership
84.3%
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur Elementary School Cedar Rapids, IA | 4.6 |
| Gilbert Intermediate School Gilbert, IA | 4.6 |
| Hanawalt Elementary Des Moines, IA | 4.6 |
| Howe Elementary Des Moines, IA | 4.6 |
| Monroe Elementary School Des Moines, IA | 4.6 |
| Northstar Elementary School Knoxville, IA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carter Lake Elementary School
What grades does Carter Lake Elementary School serve?
Carter Lake Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Carter Lake Elementary School?
Carter Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carter Lake Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carter Lake Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carter Lake Elementary School rank in IA?
Carter Lake Elementary School ranks #1,059 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Carter Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Carter Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Carter Lake Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carter Lake Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carter Lake Elementary School a charter school?
No, Carter Lake Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carter Lake Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Carter Lake Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carter Lake Elementary School?
59.3% of students at Carter Lake 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 337
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pottawattamie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (712) 347-5876
Resources & Links
District
Council Bluffs Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 8,546
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,159
- District Rank
- #12 of 14
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