Very Good
#278 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 22% in state
Meadow View Elementary
Elementary School · Adel DeSoto Minburn Comm School District
1300 S. 15th Street, Adel, IA 50003
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
2nd – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#278 of 1,280
In Adel
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Adel DeSoto Minburn Comm School District
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Meadow View Elementary
Meadow View Elementary is a public elementary school in Adel, IA, part of Adel DeSoto Minburn Comm School District. Meadow View Elementary serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadow View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #278 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Meadow View Elementary show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- IA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Meadow View Elementary — Students at Meadow View Elementary score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 83%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 6 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Meadow View Elementary Compares
See how Meadow View Elementary 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
1300 S. 15th Street, Adel, IA 50003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meadow View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Earlham Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Earlham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Waukee Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Waukee), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Van Meter Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Van Meter), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Adel, see our Adel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Adel Elementary School Adel | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ADM Senior High School Adel | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ADM Middle School Adel | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| DeSoto Intermediate School Desoto | 5.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Dallas Center Elementary Grimes | 6.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Dallas Center-Grimes Middle School Grimes | 6.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Van Meter Elementary School Van Meter | 6.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Van Meter High School Van Meter | 6.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Van Meter Middle School Van Meter | 6.7 mi | 7.3 |
| DALLAS CENTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dallas Center | 7.1 mi | — |
| Sugar Creek Elementary School Waukee | 7.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Waukee Elementary School Waukee | 7.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Northwest High School Waukee | 7.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Earlham Elementary School Earlham | 9.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Earlham Senior High School Earlham | 9.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Earlham Middle School Earlham | 9.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Vince Meyer Early Learning Center Waukee | 7.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Waukee Middle School Waukee | 8.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Timberline School Waukee | 8.5 mi | 4.3 |
| West Central Valley Middle School Redfield | 8.5 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,643
Median Home Value
$380,800
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
9,536
College Educated
44.7%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alexander Elementary Iowa City, IA | 7.8 |
| Boyden-Hull Elementary School Boyden, IA | 7.8 |
| Center Point-Urbana Primary School Center Point, IA | 7.8 |
| Creston Elementary School Creston, IA | 7.8 |
| Eagle Heights Elementary School Clinton, IA | 7.8 |
| Prairie Hill Elementary School Cedar Rapids, IA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meadow View Elementary
What grades does Meadow View Elementary serve?
Meadow View Elementary serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.
How many students attend Meadow View Elementary?
Meadow View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadow View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Meadow View Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meadow View Elementary rank in IA?
Meadow View Elementary ranks #278 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Meadow View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Meadow View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Meadow View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadow View Elementary has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is Meadow View Elementary a charter school?
No, Meadow View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meadow View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Meadow View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadow View Elementary?
20.5% of students at Meadow View Elementary 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
- 2nd – 4th
- Enrollment
- 523
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.6%
- Phone
- (515) 993-4283
Resources & Links
District
Adel DeSoto Minburn Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 2,295
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,402
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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