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Very Good

#396 of 1,280 schools in IA

Top 31% in state

Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School

Elementary School · Edgewood-Colesburg Comm School District

PO BOX 316 403 W. Union, Edgewood, IA 52042

Enrollment

295

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Iowa schools

#396 of 1,280

In Edgewood

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Edgewood-Colesburg Comm School District

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Edgewood · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School

Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School is a public elementary school in Edgewood, IA, part of Edgewood-Colesburg Comm School District. Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #396 of 1,280 schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above IA schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • IA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Edgewood-colesburg 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency80.9% (2025 ISASP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2025 ISASP)
Math vs. State Avg+4.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2025 ISASP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)75% (model expectation from 2025 ISASP)
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,795
Chronic Absenteeism8.1%

Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School — Students at Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 75%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 75.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
74.1% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 70.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.6% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 37 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2025
Math
80.9%
ELA
75%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School Compares

See how Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
69th percentile in IA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 316 403 W. Union, Edgewood, IA 52042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cassville Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Cassville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clayton Ridge Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Garnavillo), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Delhi Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Delhi), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edgewood, see our Edgewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dyersville 11.4 mi 6.6
Earlville Elementary School Earlville 11.5 mi 7.1
Iowa Virtual Academy Guttenberg 11.1 mi 3.6
Clayton Ridge High School Guttenberg 11.2 mi 8.6
Clayton Ridge Middle School Guttenberg 11.3 mi 6.8
Dyersville Elementary School Dyersville 11.9 mi 6.1
BECKMAN CATHOLIC JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Dyersville 12.2 mi 5.5
LA SALLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holy Cross 10.5 mi 5.5
Edgewood-Colesburg High School Edgewood 10.6 mi 7.3
ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL Cassville 11.9 mi
Cassville Elementary Cassville 11.9 mi 9.2
Cassville High Cassville 12.0 mi 5.7
Clayton Ridge Elementary School Garnavillo 15.9 mi 8.4
Maquoketa Valley Senior High School Delhi 16.2 mi 7.5
Maquoketa Valley Middle School Delhi 16.2 mi 8.2
Delhi Elementary School Delhi 16.2 mi 8.4
Drexler Middle School Farley 16.8 mi 8.2
Farley Elementary School Farley 16.8 mi 6.9
SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Farley 16.9 mi 6.1
West Delaware Middle School Manchester 16.3 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,423

Median Home Value

$230,400

Median Rent

$788/mo

Population

1,898

College Educated

12.1%

Homeownership

74.3%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School

What grades does Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School serve?

Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School?

Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School rank in IA?

Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School ranks #396 of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School a charter school?

No, Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School?

35.9% of students at Edgewood-colesburg 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Delaware County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

District

Edgewood-Colesburg Comm School District
District Enrollment
493
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,795
District Rank
#1 of 2

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