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#1003 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

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Iowa schools

#1,003 of 1,280

In Iowa City

#14 of 17

public schools

In district

#26 of 29

Iowa City Comm School District

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Weber Elementary

4.9/10

Elementary School in Iowa City · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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5.3/10

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About Weber Elementary

Weber Elementary is a public elementary school in Iowa City, IA, part of Iowa City Comm School District. Weber Elementary serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Weber Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,003 of 1,280 schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Weber Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • IA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.4% (2025 ISASP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.9% (2025 ISASP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.2 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 ISASP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 ISASP)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,391
Chronic Absenteeism22.5%

Weber Elementary — Students at Weber Elementary score 63% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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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 75.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
74.6% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 74.2% (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
88%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
70%
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: 4.0/10.

How Weber Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
22th percentile in IA
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

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

3850 Rohret Road, Iowa City, IA 52246

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Weber Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wickham Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Coralville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oak Hill Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Tiffin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horace Mann Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 4.0 miles away), 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 6.1
Norman Borlaug Elementary School Coralville 1.8 mi 5.3
Ernest Horn Elementary School Iowa City 1.8 mi 5.3
Northwest Junior High School Coralville 2.7 mi 5.9
Central Elementary School Coralville 2.5 mi 5.8
Kirkwood Elementary School Coralville 2.9 mi 5.4
HILLSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coralville 3.2 mi
Lincoln Elementary School Iowa City 2.8 mi 6.6
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 8.7
Horace Mann Elementary School Iowa City 4.0 mi 7.6
FAITH ACADEMY Iowa City 4.0 mi 7.2
Bohumil Shimek Elementary School Iowa City 4.4 mi 7.4
North Central Junior High School North Liberty 5.5 mi 6.8
Tiffin Elementary Tiffin 5.0 mi 3.0
Longfellow Elementary School Iowa City 4.1 mi 5.9
Oak Hill Elementary Tiffin 5.1 mi 8.5
Mark Twain Elementary Iowa City 4.2 mi 7.5
James Van Allen Elementary School North Liberty 5.7 mi 6.9

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

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Hillside Elementary School West Des Moines, IA 4.9
Hoover Elementary School Mason City, IA 4.9
McKinley Elementary School Davenport, IA 4.9
Rue Elementary School Council Bluffs, IA 4.9

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 ranks #1,003 of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is Weber Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Weber Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Weber Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Weber Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

District

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

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