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#733 of 1,280 schools in IA
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West Elementary
Elementary School · Knoxville Comm School District
306 S Park Lane Dr, Knoxville, IA 50138
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#733 of 1,280
In Knoxville
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Knoxville Comm School District
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About West Elementary
West Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, IA, part of Knoxville Comm School District. West Elementary serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. West Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #733 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- IA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How West Elementary Compares
See how West Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
306 S Park Lane Dr, Knoxville, IA 50138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PELLA CHRISTIAN GRADE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Pella), which scores notably higher. Another option is Madison Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Pella), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pleasantville Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Pleasantville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Knoxville Middle School Knoxville | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Knoxville High School Knoxville | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Northstar Elementary School Knoxville | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Melcher-Dallas Elementary Dallas | 8.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Melcher-Dallas High School Melcher | 9.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Pleasantville High School Pleasantville | 9.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Pleasantville Middle School Pleasantville | 9.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Pleasantville Elementary Pleasantville | 9.6 mi | 7.0 |
| PCM High School Monroe | 13.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Monroe Elementary School Monroe | 14.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Twin Cedars Jr-Sr High School Bussey | 11.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Twin Cedars Elementary School Bussey | 12.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Pella | 12.2 mi | 6.9 |
| PELLA CHRISTIAN GRADE SCHOOL Pella | 12.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Pella High School Pella | 12.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Jefferson Intermediate Pella | 12.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Pella Middle School Pella | 12.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Madison Elementary School Pella | 12.9 mi | 7.1 |
| PELLA CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Pella | 12.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Southeast Warren Intermediate Lacona | 16.3 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,887
Median Home Value
$169,900
Median Rent
$815/mo
Population
11,374
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
79.8%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bowman Woods Elementary School Cedar Rapids, IA | 6.1 |
| Clive Learning Academy Des Moines, IA | 6.1 |
| Cora B Darling Elementary Postville, IA | 6.1 |
| Dyersville Elementary School Dyersville, IA | 6.1 |
| Mediapolis Elementary School Mediapolis, IA | 6.1 |
| Wilkins Elementary School Marion, IA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Elementary
What grades does West Elementary serve?
West Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend West Elementary?
West Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at West Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Elementary rank in IA?
West Elementary ranks #733 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is West Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
West Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is West Elementary a charter school?
No, West Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Elementary a Title I school?
No, West Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Elementary?
48.6% of students at West 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 490
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (641) 842-2185
Resources & Links
District
Knoxville Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,659
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,254
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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