Average
#719 of 1,280 schools in IA
Grant Wood Elementary School
Elementary School · Iowa City Comm School District
1930 Lakeside Dr, Iowa City, IA 52240
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#719 of 1,280
In Iowa City
#7 of 17
public schools
In district
#13 of 29
Iowa City Comm School District
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Grant Wood Elementary School
Grant Wood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Iowa City, IA, part of Iowa City Comm School District. Grant Wood Elementary School serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Grant Wood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #719 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Grant Wood Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Grant Wood Elementary School 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.
Score Breakdown
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Grant Wood Elementary School — Students at Grant Wood Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.1%
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: 7.1/10.
How Grant Wood Elementary School Compares
See how Grant Wood 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
1930 Lakeside Dr, Iowa City, IA 52240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grant Wood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Herbert Hoover Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alexander Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horace Mann Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Iowa City, see our Iowa City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School Iowa City | 0.7 mi | 2.2 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Iowa City | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Southeast Junior High School Iowa City | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Alexander Elementary Iowa City | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Iowa City | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| WILLOWWIND SCHOOL Iowa City | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Longfellow Elementary School Iowa City | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Robert Lucas Elementary School Iowa City | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Iowa City High School Iowa City | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| REGINA CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTER Iowa City | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| REGINA CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTER Iowa City | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Helen Lemme Elementary School Iowa City | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School Iowa City | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary School Iowa City | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ICCSD PK-12 Online Learning Program Iowa City | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Bohumil Shimek Elementary School Iowa City | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Iowa City | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Ernest Horn Elementary School Iowa City | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| West Senior High School Iowa City | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Central Elementary School Coralville | 4.4 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,189
Median Home Value
$241,100
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
36,046
College Educated
46.6%
Homeownership
50.9%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
28.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Edwards Elementary School Ames, IA | 6.2 |
| John Kennedy Elementary School Dubuque, IA | 6.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Cedar Falls, IA | 6.2 |
| Newell-Fonda Elementary Newell, IA | 6.2 |
| North Linn Elementary Troy Mills, IA | 6.2 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Davenport, IA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grant Wood Elementary School
What grades does Grant Wood Elementary School serve?
Grant Wood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Grant Wood Elementary School?
Grant Wood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grant Wood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grant Wood Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grant Wood Elementary School rank in IA?
Grant Wood Elementary School ranks #719 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Grant Wood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grant Wood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Grant Wood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grant Wood Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Grant Wood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Grant Wood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grant Wood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Grant Wood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grant Wood Elementary School?
72.1% of students at Grant Wood 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 391
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Johnson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.8%
- Phone
- (319) 688-1180
Resources & Links
District
Iowa City Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 14,776
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,391
- District Rank
- #13 of 29
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