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#256 of 1,280 schools in IA

Top 20% in state

North Bend Elementary

Elementary School · Clear Creek Amana Comm School District

PO BOX 350 2230 St Andrews Drive, North Liberty, IA 52317

Enrollment

401

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Iowa schools

#256 of 1,280

In North Liberty

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Clear Creek Amana Comm School District

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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North Bend Elementary

7.9/10

Elementary School in North Liberty · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.5/10

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3.0/10

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About North Bend Elementary

North Bend Elementary is a public elementary school in North Liberty, IA, part of Clear Creek Amana Comm School District. North Bend Elementary serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Bend Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #256 of 1,280 schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for North Bend Elementary show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • IA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+0.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84.8% (2025 ISASP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.2% (2025 ISASP)
Math vs. State Avg+8.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency81% (2025 ISASP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)79% (model expectation from 2025 ISASP)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,771
Chronic Absenteeism8.7%

North Bend Elementary — Students at North Bend Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 79%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 81.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
76.7% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 75.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
69.1% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 30 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
72%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2025
Math
84.8%
ELA
77.2%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How North Bend Elementary Compares

See how North Bend Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
80th percentile in IA
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.7%

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 350 2230 St Andrews Drive, North Liberty, IA 52317

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Bend Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wickham Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Coralville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Penn Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Oak Hill Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Tiffin), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in North Liberty, see our North Liberty schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Oak Hill Elementary Tiffin 2.1 mi 8.5
Tiffin Elementary Tiffin 2.3 mi 3.0
Buford Garner Elementary North Liberty 1.8 mi 6.0
Penn Elementary School North Liberty 2.1 mi 8.6
Christine Grant Elementary North Liberty 2.2 mi 8.1
James Van Allen Elementary School North Liberty 2.1 mi 6.9
North Central Junior High School North Liberty 2.2 mi 6.8
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Liberty 2.1 mi 5.9
Clear Creek Amana Middle School Tiffin 2.9 mi 7.6
Clear Creek Amana High School Tiffin 3.1 mi 5.6
PURPLE BLOOM SCHOOL LLC Coralville 3.4 mi
Liberty High School North Liberty 3.3 mi 6.7
Wickham Elementary Coralville 3.7 mi 8.7
HILLSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coralville 4.2 mi
Kirkwood Elementary School Coralville 4.5 mi 5.4
Northwest Junior High School Coralville 4.6 mi 5.9
Norman Borlaug Elementary School Coralville 5.0 mi 5.3
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF IOWA CITY Coralville 4.5 mi 7.4
Central Elementary School Coralville 5.3 mi 5.8
West Senior High School Iowa City 6.5 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52317 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,156

Median Home Value

$314,700

Median Rent

$1,221/mo

Population

22,392

College Educated

54.1%

Homeownership

70.1%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

32.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Bend Elementary

What grades does North Bend Elementary serve?

North Bend Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend North Bend Elementary?

North Bend Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Bend Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at North Bend Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Bend Elementary rank in IA?

North Bend Elementary ranks #256 of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is North Bend Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

North Bend Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 North Bend Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Bend Elementary has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Bend Elementary a charter school?

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

Is North Bend Elementary a Title I school?

No, North Bend Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Bend Elementary?

28.4% of students at North Bend 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Johnson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.7%

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