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Below Average

#1030 of 1,280 schools in IA

Mulberry Elementary School

Elementary School · Muscatine Comm School District

3211 Mulberry Ave, Muscatine, IA 52761

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Iowa schools

#1,030 of 1,280

In Muscatine

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#5 of 9

Muscatine Comm School District

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Mulberry Elementary School

4.8/10

Elementary School in Muscatine · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mulberry Elementary School

Mulberry Elementary School is a public elementary school in Muscatine, IA, part of Muscatine Comm School District. Mulberry Elementary School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mulberry Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,030 of 1,280 schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Mulberry Elementary School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • IA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.5% (2025 ISASP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76.3% (2025 ISASP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.2 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 ISASP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)78% (model expectation from 2025 ISASP)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,060
Chronic Absenteeism5%

Mulberry Elementary School — Students at Mulberry Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 78%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 78.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
74.1% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 76.8% (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
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2025
Math
72.5%
ELA
76.3%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Mulberry Elementary School Compares

See how Mulberry Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
20th percentile in IA
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.0%

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

3211 Mulberry Ave, Muscatine, IA 52761

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mulberry Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Louisa-Muscatine Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Letts), which scores notably higher. Another option is SS MARY AND MATHIAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Illinois City Elem School (rated 6.6/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Illinois City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Muscatine, see our Muscatine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.2 mi
School Distance Rating
MUSCATINE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Muscatine 0.3 mi
Muscatine High School Muscatine 0.4 mi 4.8
SS MARY AND MATHIAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Muscatine 0.5 mi 7.4
McKinley Elementary School Muscatine 1.1 mi 3.6
Susan Clark Junior High Muscatine 1.2 mi 8.5
Grant Elementary School Muscatine 1.1 mi 4.9
Jefferson Elementary School Muscatine 1.8 mi 4.4
Franklin Elementary School Muscatine 2.2 mi 6.5
Madison Elementary School Muscatine 2.0 mi 5.1
Muskie Early Learning Center Muscatine 2.4 mi 2.2
Wilton Elementary School Wilton 10.9 mi 6.3
Wilton Jr-Sr High School Wilton 10.9 mi 6.6
Illinois City Elem School Illinois City 9.5 mi 6.6
Louisa-Muscatine JR/SR High School Letts 11.7 mi 7.3
Louisa-Muscatine Elementary Letts 11.8 mi 8.1
Early Childhood Center West Liberty 13.1 mi 4.4
West Liberty Elementary School West Liberty 13.1 mi 3.7
Durant Elementary School Durant 13.8 mi 6.4
Durant Junior/Senior High School Durant 13.8 mi 4.4
West Liberty Middle School West Liberty 13.2 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52761 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,924

Median Home Value

$164,500

Median Rent

$971/mo

Population

29,800

College Educated

22.6%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

39

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Northeast Hamilton Elementary School Webster City, IA 4.8
SETON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PEOSTA CENTER Peosta, IA 4.8
ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Urbandale, IA 4.8
Van Allen Elementary School Chariton, IA 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mulberry Elementary School

What grades does Mulberry Elementary School serve?

Mulberry Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Mulberry Elementary School?

Mulberry Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mulberry Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mulberry Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mulberry Elementary School rank in IA?

Mulberry Elementary School ranks #1,030 of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is Mulberry Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mulberry Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Mulberry Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mulberry Elementary School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mulberry Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Mulberry Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mulberry Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mulberry Elementary School?

30.0% of students at Mulberry 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
10 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Muscatine County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.0%

District

Muscatine Comm School District
District Enrollment
4,530
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,060
District Rank
#5 of 9

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