Excellent
#134 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 10% in state
Olmsted Elementary School
Elementary School · Urbandale Comm School District
7110 Prairie Avenue, Urbandale, IA 50322
Enrollment
641
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
641
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#134 of 1,280
In Urbandale
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Urbandale Comm School District
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Olmsted Elementary School
Olmsted Elementary School is a public elementary school in Urbandale, IA, part of Urbandale Comm School District. Olmsted Elementary School serves approximately 641 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Olmsted Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #134 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Olmsted Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- IA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Olmsted Elementary School — Students at Olmsted Elementary School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 9 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Olmsted Elementary School Compares
See how Olmsted Elementary School 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
7110 Prairie Avenue, Urbandale, IA 50322
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Olmsted Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Des Moines), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cowles Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Des Moines), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Henry A Wallace Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Johnston), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Urbandale, see our Urbandale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Urbandale High School Urbandale | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Karen Acres Elementary School Urbandale | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Urbandale Middle School Urbandale | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Urbandale | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Timber Ridge Elementary Johnston | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Clive Learning Academy Des Moines | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Moore Elementary School Des Moines | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Hillis Elementary School Des Moines | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Cowles Elementary School Des Moines | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Crestview School of Inquiry Clive | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| MT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Des Moines | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Hoover High School Des Moines | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Meredith Middle School Des Moines | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Des Moines | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Windsor Elementary Des Moines | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| DOWLING CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL West Des Moines | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Johnston Middle School Johnston | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| HOLY TRINITY Des Moines | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Henry A Wallace Elementary School Johnston | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Lawson Elementary School Johnston | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50322 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,323
Median Home Value
$263,900
Median Rent
$1,151/mo
Population
31,694
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Altoona Elementary Altoona, IA | 8.4 |
| Perry Elementary Perry, IA | 8.4 |
| Prairie View Elementary School Cedar Rapids, IA | 8.4 |
| Roland-Story Elementary School Story City, IA | 8.4 |
| Waukee Elementary School Waukee, IA | 8.4 |
| Ballard East Elementary Cambridge, IA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Olmsted Elementary School
What grades does Olmsted Elementary School serve?
Olmsted Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Olmsted Elementary School?
Olmsted Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 641 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Olmsted Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Olmsted Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Olmsted Elementary School rank in IA?
Olmsted Elementary School ranks #134 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Olmsted Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Olmsted Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Olmsted Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Olmsted Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is Olmsted Elementary School a charter school?
No, Olmsted Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Olmsted Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Olmsted Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Olmsted Elementary School?
45.4% of students at Olmsted 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 641
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.1%
- Phone
- (515) 457-5100
Resources & Links
District
Urbandale Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 4,255
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,693
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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