Very Good
#343 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 27% in state
Based on limited data
East Elementary School
Elementary School · Independence Comm School District
1103 First Street West, Independence, IA 50644
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#343 of 1,280
In Independence
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Independence Comm School District
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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East Elementary School
Elementary School in Independence · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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West Elementary School
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About East Elementary School
East Elementary School is a public elementary school in Independence, IA, part of Independence Comm School District. East Elementary School serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. East Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #343 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- IA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.6%
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 East Elementary School Compares
See how East 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
1103 First Street West, Independence, IA 50644
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jesup Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Jesup), which scores slightly higher. Another option is West Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, East Buchanan Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Winthrop), a more accessible option. For more schools in Independence, see our Independence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood Center Independence | 0.1 mi | 2.9 |
| West Elementary School Independence | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Independence Junior Senior High School Independence | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOHNS SCHOOL Independence | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| INDEPENDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Independence | 1.5 mi | — |
| Perry #1 Elementary School Jesup | 6.0 mi | — |
| Prairie Grove Elementary School Jesup | 8.0 mi | — |
| Triumph Elementary School Jesup | 9.3 mi | 2.4 |
| ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Jesup | 7.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Jesup Elementary School Jesup | 8.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Jesup High School Jesup | 8.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Jesup Middle School Jesup | 8.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Rural Elementary School #2 Fairbank | 10.8 mi | — |
| East Buchanan Elementary School Winthrop | 8.7 mi | 6.3 |
| East Buchanan High School Winthrop | 8.7 mi | 6.6 |
| East Buchanan Middle School Winthrop | 8.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Rural Elementary School #1 Fairbank | 11.7 mi | — |
| Rural Elementary School #4 Fairbank | 11.9 mi | — |
| Little Husky Learning Center Oelwein | 14.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Oelwein High School Oelwein | 14.2 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50644 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,861
Median Home Value
$174,000
Median Rent
$770/mo
Population
8,475
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Big Creek Elementary Polk City, IA | 7.6 |
| Fairbank Elementary School Fairbank, IA | 7.6 |
| Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Elementary School Hartley, IA | 7.6 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School Iowa City, IA | 7.6 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Davenport, IA | 7.6 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cedar Falls, IA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Elementary School
What grades does East Elementary School serve?
East Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at East Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Elementary School rank in IA?
East Elementary School ranks #343 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is East Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
East Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is East Elementary School a charter school?
No, East Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Elementary School a Title I school?
No, East Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Elementary School?
45.6% of students at East 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 281
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Buchanan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.9%
- Phone
- (319) 334-7425
Resources & Links
District
Independence Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,480
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,940
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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