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Table Mound Elementary School

Elementary School · Dubuque Comm School District

100 Tower Dr, Dubuque, IA 52003

Enrollment

407

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Iowa schools

#969 of 1,280

In Dubuque

#11 of 17

public schools

In district

#11 of 17

Dubuque Comm School District

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Table Mound Elementary School

5.1/10

Elementary School in Dubuque · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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About Table Mound Elementary School

Table Mound Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dubuque, IA, part of Dubuque Comm School District. Table Mound Elementary School serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Table Mound Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #969 of 1,280 schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Table Mound Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • IA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.7% (2025 ISASP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.7% (2025 ISASP)
Math vs. State Avg-10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.4 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 ISASP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2025 ISASP)
vs. Expected-11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,489
Chronic Absenteeism12.5%

Table Mound Elementary School — Students at Table Mound Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 76.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
74.6% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 71.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.3% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 35 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
76%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2025
Math
66.7%
ELA
57.7%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Table Mound Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
24th percentile in IA
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

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

100 Tower Dr, Dubuque, IA 52003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Table Mound Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bryant Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE (rated 6.4/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, East Dubuque Elem School (rated 6.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby East Dubuque), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dubuque, see our Dubuque schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Bryant Elementary School Dubuque 1.8 mi 7.9
ST COLUMBKILLE SCHOOL Dubuque 1.8 mi 4.7
George Washington Middle School Dubuque 2.3 mi 6.1
GOLDEN ELEMENTARY MONTESSORI Dubuque 2.4 mi
Lincoln Elementary School Dubuque 2.6 mi 3.8
Irving Elementary School Dubuque 2.9 mi 5.3
Prescott Elementary School Dubuque 3.1 mi 3.0
Dubuque Senior High School Dubuque 3.2 mi 5.1
Dubuque Online School Dubuque 3.7 mi
East Dubuque Elem School East Dubuque 3.4 mi 6.3
Audubon Elementary School Dubuque 3.9 mi 2.8
Hoover Elementary School Dubuque 3.6 mi 4.3
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Dubuque 4.3 mi 4.4
MAZZUCHELLI CATHOLIC MIDDLE SCHOOL Dubuque 4.2 mi 6.2
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Dubuque 4.2 mi 5.5
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE Dubuque 4.2 mi 6.4
John Kennedy Elementary School Dubuque 4.0 mi 6.2
East Dubuque High School East Dubuque 3.8 mi 5.8
East Dubuque Jr High East Dubuque 3.8 mi 8.7
Marshall Elementary School Dubuque 4.5 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,714

Median Home Value

$261,500

Median Rent

$953/mo

Population

13,735

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

88.6%

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

43.1

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Longfellow Elementary School Council Bluffs, IA 5.1
Madison Elementary School Muscatine, IA 5.1
ST PIUS X ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Rapids, IA 5.1
United Community School Boone, IA 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Table Mound Elementary School

What grades does Table Mound Elementary School serve?

Table Mound Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Table Mound Elementary School?

Table Mound Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Table Mound Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Table Mound 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 Table Mound Elementary School rank in IA?

Table Mound Elementary School ranks #969 of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is Table Mound Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Table Mound Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Table Mound Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Table Mound Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Table Mound Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Table Mound Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

37.8% of students at Table Mound 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
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Dubuque County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

District

Dubuque Comm School District
District Enrollment
10,451
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,489
District Rank
#11 of 17

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