Meadow View Elementary

Meadow View Elementary serves 523 students in grades 2 through 4 in Adel, Iowa, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10, the school ranks 35th among Iowa's 1,288 elementary schools, placing it in the 97th percentile statewide. The school demonstrates exceptional academic achievement, with 85% of students scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 86% reach proficiency in Math.

These strong results reflect the dedicated work of 38 full-time equivalent teachers who maintain a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.8 to 1, allowing for more individualized attention and support. Meadow View Elementary's success occurs within a supportive community environment in Dallas County. The surrounding neighborhood reflects stability and educational investment, with a median household income of $99,564 and 44% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

The area maintains a low poverty rate of 5.5%, contributing to the school's strong foundation for learning. Located on South 15th Street in Adel, Meadow View Elementary operates in a town setting on the fringe of an urban area, offering families the benefits of small-town community feel while maintaining access to broader metropolitan resources and opportunities.