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Below Average

#1141 of 1,280 schools in IA

Weber Elementary

Elementary School · Iowa City Comm School District

3850 Rohret Road, Iowa City, IA 52246

Enrollment

542

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Iowa City

#15 of 16

public schools

Iowa elementary schools

#590 of 662

In district

#26 of 29

Iowa City Comm School District

School environment

8.1 / 10

Very strong

About Weber Elementary

Weber Elementary is a regular public elementary school in Iowa City, Iowa, located at 3850 Rohret Road. Serving kindergarten through sixth grade students, Weber Elementary has an enrollment of 542 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1 with 40 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's academic performance shows that 66% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, 69% in Math, and 54% in Science.

With room for growth, Weber Elementary is focused on student development and improvement. Weber Elementary is situated in a small city setting within Johnson County, offering a close-knit community feel to its students and families.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.8Significantly Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-2.57 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Above Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63%
Reading/ELA Proficiency69%
Math vs. State Avg-13.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.1 pts
Overall Proficiency66%
Expected (poverty-adj.)60%
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,042

Weber Elementary — Students at Weber Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.7%
School
State
74.6%
ELA Proficiency 65.8%
School
State
72.3%

Based on 13 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
82%
ELA
76%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2025
Math
66.4%
ELA
59.9%

* 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: 1.8/10.

How Weber Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.6/10
11th percentile in IA
Academic
6.8/10
6.8/10
Growth
1.8/10
Below average
Environment
8.1/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers

Location

3850 Rohret Road, Iowa City, IA 52246

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Weber Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Horace Mann Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF IOWA CITY (rated 7.4/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Coralville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wickham Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Coralville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Iowa City, see our Iowa City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
West Senior High School Iowa City 1.0 mi 7.7
Norman Borlaug Elementary School Coralville 1.8 mi 5.5
Ernest Horn Elementary School Iowa City 1.8 mi 6.7
Northwest Junior High School Coralville 2.7 mi 5.6
Central Elementary School Coralville 2.5 mi 6.1
Kirkwood Elementary School Coralville 2.9 mi 6.6
HILLSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coralville 3.2 mi
Lincoln Elementary School Iowa City 2.8 mi 4.7
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF IOWA CITY Coralville 3.6 mi 7.4
PURPLE BLOOM SCHOOL LLC Coralville 4.1 mi
Wickham Elementary Coralville 4.4 mi 7.3
Horace Mann Elementary School Iowa City 4.0 mi 8.3
FAITH ACADEMY Iowa City 4.0 mi 7.2
Bohumil Shimek Elementary School Iowa City 4.4 mi 5.9
North Central Junior High School North Liberty 5.5 mi 6.9
Tiffin Elementary Tiffin 5.0 mi 3.1
Longfellow Elementary School Iowa City 4.1 mi 4.6
Oak Hill Elementary Tiffin 5.1 mi 6.8
Mark Twain Elementary Iowa City 4.2 mi 7.2
James Van Allen Elementary School North Liberty 5.7 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52246 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,088

Median Home Value

$327,100

Median Rent

$1,049/mo

Population

21,944

College Educated

66.7%

Homeownership

43.2%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

25.8%

Median Age

28.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Weber Elementary has a median household income of $55,088. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $327,100, with a median rent of $1,049/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Eisenhower Elementary School Davenport, IA 4.6
Gilbert Elementary School Gilbert, IA 4.6
Longfellow Elementary School Iowa City, IA 4.6
Eason Elementary School Waukee, IA 4.5
Harrison Elementary School Davenport, IA 4.5
James Van Allen Elementary School North Liberty, IA 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Weber Elementary

What grades does Weber Elementary serve?

Weber Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Weber Elementary?

Weber Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Weber Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Weber Elementary 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 Weber Elementary rank in IA?

Weber Elementary is ranked #1141 out of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is Weber Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Weber Elementary has a composite rating of 4.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Weber Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Weber Elementary has 68.7% math proficiency and 65.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Weber Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Weber Elementary a Title I school?

No, Weber Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

55.7% of students at Weber Elementary 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

City Safety
High (2,000/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Iowa City). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Johnson County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Iowa City Comm School District
District Enrollment
14,776
Schools in District
29
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,391
District Rank
#26 of 29

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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