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Very Good

#320 of 1,280 schools in IA

Top 25% in state

Based on limited data

Northeast Elementary School

Elementary School · Glenwood Comm School District

901 N. Vine Street, Glenwood, IA 51534

Enrollment

581

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Iowa schools

#320 of 1,280

In Glenwood

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Glenwood Comm School District

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Northeast Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Glenwood · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.2/10

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6.0/10

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About Northeast Elementary School

Northeast Elementary School is a public elementary school in Glenwood, IA, part of Glenwood Comm School District. Northeast Elementary School serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Northeast Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #320 of 1,280 schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Northeast Elementary School show 86% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.2
  • IA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics9.2Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency86.3% (2025 ISASP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82.3% (2025 ISASP)
Math vs. State Avg+9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.2 pts
Overall Proficiency84% (2025 ISASP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2025 ISASP)
vs. Expected+11.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment5.5Average40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,120
Chronic Absenteeism10%

Northeast Elementary School — Students at Northeast Elementary School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 86.3% (2025 ISASP)
School
State
74.6% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 82.3% (2025 ISASP)
School
State
72.3% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 7 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

How Northeast Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
75th percentile in IA
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

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

901 N. Vine Street, Glenwood, IA 51534

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northeast Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Treynor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Bellevue), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PLATTSMOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Plattsmouth), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glenwood, see our Glenwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Glenwood Middle School Glenwood 0.4 mi 4.2
Glenwood Senior High School Glenwood 0.6 mi 6.0
West Elementary School Treynor 0.7 mi 8.6
FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Plattsmouth 8.3 mi 6.5
PLATTSMOUTH EARLY CHILDHOOD Plattsmouth 8.3 mi 3.3
East Mills Jr/Sr High School Hastings 8.7 mi 7.9
PLATTSMOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plattsmouth 9.0 mi 7.7
PLATTSMOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Plattsmouth 9.0 mi 5.4
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Plattsmouth 9.1 mi 6.9
PLATTSMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Plattsmouth 9.4 mi 4.7
BERTHA BARBER ELEMENTARY SCH Bellevue 10.1 mi 5.1
BETZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 9.8 mi 4.1
BELLEVUE MISSION MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellevue 9.9 mi 4.5
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 10.1 mi 7.0
Titan Hill Intermediate School Council Bluffs 12.0 mi 6.3
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 10.2 mi 7.8
Fremont-Mills Middle And Senior High School Tabor 12.3 mi 8.3
Fremont-Mills Elementary School Tabor 12.3 mi 6.5
Lewis Central Middle School Council Bluffs 12.2 mi 7.9
BELLEVUE EAST SR HIGH SCHOOL Bellevue 10.6 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 51534 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,023

Median Home Value

$241,500

Median Rent

$838/mo

Population

9,238

College Educated

33.2%

Homeownership

83.2%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northeast Elementary School

What grades does Northeast Elementary School serve?

Northeast Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Northeast Elementary School?

Northeast Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Northeast Elementary School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northeast Elementary School rank in IA?

Northeast Elementary School ranks #320 of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is Northeast Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northeast Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Northeast Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northeast Elementary School has 86% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is Northeast Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Northeast Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

40.1% of students at Northeast 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
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Mills County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

District

Glenwood Comm School District
District Enrollment
2,087
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,120
District Rank
#2 of 4

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