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#932 of 1,280 schools in IA
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Douma Elementary School
Elementary School · Ottumwa Comm School District
307 W. Mary St., Ottumwa, IA 52501
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 9 schools in Ottumwa. Learn more
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
1st – 2nd
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
1st – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#932 of 1,280
In Ottumwa
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
Ottumwa Comm School District
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Douma Elementary School
Elementary School in Ottumwa · grades 1st – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Douma Elementary School
Douma Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ottumwa, IA, part of Ottumwa Comm School District. Douma Elementary School serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades 1st-2nd, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Douma Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #932 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- IA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.1%
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 Douma Elementary School Compares
See how Douma Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
307 W. Mary St., Ottumwa, IA 52501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Douma Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SETON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fremont Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blakesburg Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Blakesburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ottumwa, see our Ottumwa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Elementary School Ottumwa | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Evans Middle School Ottumwa | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Pickwick Early Childhood Center Ottumwa | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| OTTUMWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ottumwa | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Ottumwa High School Ottumwa | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Gateway High School Ottumwa | 2.0 mi | — |
| SETON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ottumwa | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Wilson Elementary School Ottumwa | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| James Elementary School Ottumwa | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Ottumwa Virtual Learning Ottumwa | 2.7 mi | 1.6 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School Ottumwa | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Eisenhower Elementary School Ottumwa | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Cardinal Elementary Eldon | 10.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Cardinal High School Eldon | 10.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Cardinal Junior High Eldon | 10.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Blakesburg Elementary Blakesburg | 11.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Fremont Elementary Fremont | 15.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Davis County Elementary Bloomfield | 16.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Davis County Middle School Bloomfield | 16.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Davis County Community High School Bloomfield | 16.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,091
Median Home Value
$109,600
Median Rent
$955/mo
Population
30,341
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cattell Elementary School Des Moines, IA | 5.3 |
| East Marshall Elementary School Laurel, IA | 5.3 |
| Ernest Horn Elementary School Iowa City, IA | 5.3 |
| Glidden-Ralston Elementary School Glidden, IA | 5.3 |
| Grant Wood Elementary School Bettendorf, IA | 5.3 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School Ottumwa, IA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douma Elementary School
What grades does Douma Elementary School serve?
Douma Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 2nd.
How many students attend Douma Elementary School?
Douma Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Douma Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Douma Elementary School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Douma Elementary School rank in IA?
Douma Elementary School ranks #932 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Douma Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Douma Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Douma Elementary School a charter school?
No, Douma Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Douma Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Douma Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douma Elementary School?
55.1% of students at Douma 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
- 1st – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Wapello County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.0%
- Phone
- (641) 684-4668
Resources & Links
District
Ottumwa Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 5,011
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,391
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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