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Prairie Grove Elementary School
Elementary School · Jesup Comm School District
PO BOX 287 531 Prospect, Jesup, IA 50648
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
22:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
22:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Prairie Grove Elementary School
Prairie Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jesup, IA, part of the Jesup Comm School District. The school serves approximately 22 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Students demonstrate 50% proficiency in math and 71% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $96,081, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 22 students, Prairie Grove Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Grove Elementary School is 22:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Located in a rural area, Prairie Grove Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 22 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Address
- PO BOX 287 531 Prospect, Jesup, IA 50648
- Phone
- (319) 827-1700
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores IA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 49.5% (2019) to 49.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 69.5% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
PO BOX 287 531 Prospect, Jesup, IA 50648
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jesup Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 7.4 miles away). Another option is East Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Independence). Additionally, ST JOHNS SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Independence). For more schools in Jesup, see our Jesup schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Triumph Elementary School Jesup | 1.6 mi | 2.0 |
| Perry #1 Elementary School Jesup | 2.3 mi | — |
| Rural Elementary School #2 Fairbank | 3.0 mi | — |
| Rural Elementary School #1 Fairbank | 4.0 mi | — |
| Rural Elementary School #4 Fairbank | 3.9 mi | — |
| Fairbank Elementary School Fairbank | 5.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Jesup Elementary School Jesup | 7.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Jesup High School Jesup | 7.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Jesup Middle School Jesup | 7.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Oelwein Online School Oelwein | 7.9 mi | 3.9 |
| ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Jesup | 7.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Independence Junior Senior High School Independence | 8.1 mi | 6.4 |
| West Elementary School Independence | 8.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Early Childhood Center Independence | 8.0 mi | 5.4 |
| East Elementary School Independence | 8.0 mi | 7.1 |
| INDEPENDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Independence | 7.8 mi | — |
| Little Husky Learning Center Oelwein | 8.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Oelwein High School Oelwein | 8.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Oelwein Middle School Oelwein | 8.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ST JOHNS SCHOOL Independence | 8.2 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50648 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,081
Median Home Value
$210,800
Median Rent
$923/mo
Population
4,120
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
88.6%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
37.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Prairie Grove Elementary School has a median household income of $96,081. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $210,800, with a median rent of $923/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Grove Elementary School
What grades does Prairie Grove Elementary School serve?
Prairie Grove Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Prairie Grove Elementary School?
Prairie Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Grove Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Grove Elementary School is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Prairie Grove Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Prairie Grove Elementary School has 49.5% math proficiency and 71.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Prairie Grove Elementary School a charter school?
No, Prairie Grove Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie Grove Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Prairie Grove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Grove Elementary School?
13.6% of students at Prairie Grove 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
- County Safety
- Average (325/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 22
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Buchanan County
- Phone
- (319) 827-1700
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Jesup Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,049
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,152
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