Average
#646 of 1,280 schools in IA
Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center
Elementary School · Van Buren County Comm School District
1313 1st Street, Keosauqua, IA 52565
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#646 of 1,280
In Keosauqua
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Van Buren County Comm School District
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center
Elementary School in Keosauqua · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center
Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center is a public elementary school in Keosauqua, IA, part of Van Buren County Comm School District. Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #646 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center — Students at Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 5.2/10.
How Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center Compares
See how Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center 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
1313 1st Street, Keosauqua, IA 52565
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Fairfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cardinal Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Eldon), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Davis County Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Keosauqua, see our Keosauqua schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Van Buren County Community Middle & High School Keosauqua | 9.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Cardinal High School Eldon | 11.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Cardinal Junior High Eldon | 11.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Cardinal Elementary Eldon | 11.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Fairfield Middle School Fairfield | 12.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Pence Elementary Fairfield | 12.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Washington Elementary Fairfield | 13.6 mi | 8.6 |
| MAHARISHI SCHOOL Fairfield | 14.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Fairfield High School Fairfield | 14.0 mi | 5.2 |
| SINGING CEDARS SCHOOL Fairfield | 15.5 mi | — |
| Davis County Elementary Bloomfield | 17.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Davis County Middle School Bloomfield | 17.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Davis County Community High School Bloomfield | 17.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Pekin Community Junior/ Senior High School Packwood | 22.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Pekin Elementary School Packwood | 22.5 mi | 5.5 |
| PEKIN CHILD CARE CENTER Packwood | 22.5 mi | — |
| DC Online Bloomfield | 18.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Wilson Elementary School Ottumwa | 20.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Ottumwa Virtual Learning Ottumwa | 20.7 mi | 1.6 |
| Ottumwa High School Ottumwa | 20.7 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52565 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,650
Median Home Value
$170,800
Median Rent
$707/mo
Population
1,868
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
82%
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
50.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AQUIN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cascade, IA | 6.5 |
| Buffalo Elementary School Buffalo, IA | 6.5 |
| Franklin Elementary School Muscatine, IA | 6.5 |
| Fremont-Mills Elementary School Tabor, IA | 6.5 |
| Madrid Elementary School Madrid, IA | 6.5 |
| ST ANTHONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Des Moines, IA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center
What grades does Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center serve?
Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center?
Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center rank in IA?
Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center ranks #646 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center a charter school?
No, Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center a Title I school?
No, Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center?
54.4% of students at Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 298
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Van Buren County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.1%
- Phone
- (641) 936-4321
Resources & Links
District
Van Buren County Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 834
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,130
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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