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#61 of 1,280 schools in IA

Top 5% in state

Wickham Elementary

Elementary School · Iowa City Comm School District

601 Oakdale Blvd, Coralville, IA 52241

Enrollment

371

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Iowa schools

#61 of 1,280

In Coralville

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 29

Iowa City Comm School District

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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8.7/10

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About Wickham Elementary

Wickham Elementary is a public elementary school in Coralville, IA, part of Iowa City Comm School District. Wickham Elementary serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wickham Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 1,280 schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Wickham Elementary show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • IA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+0.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency94.3% (2025 ISASP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency93.7% (2025 ISASP)
Math vs. State Avg+17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.6 pts
Overall Proficiency94% (2025 ISASP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)86% (model expectation from 2025 ISASP)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,391
Chronic Absenteeism8.6%

Wickham Elementary — Students at Wickham Elementary score 94% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 86%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 90.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
74.6% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 88.2% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
93%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
83%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2018
Math
92%
ELA
86%
2019
Math
92%
ELA
86%
2020*
Math
92%
ELA
85%
2021*
Math
92%
ELA
85%
2022
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2025
Math
94.3%
ELA
93.7%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Wickham Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
95th percentile in IA
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

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

601 Oakdale Blvd, Coralville, IA 52241

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wickham Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Penn Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby North Liberty), with a very similar rating. Another option is Christine Grant Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby North Liberty), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Horace Mann Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Iowa City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Coralville, see our Coralville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PURPLE BLOOM SCHOOL LLC Coralville 0.7 mi
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF IOWA CITY Coralville 0.9 mi 7.4
HILLSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coralville 1.2 mi
Kirkwood Elementary School Coralville 1.5 mi 5.4
Northwest Junior High School Coralville 1.7 mi 5.9
North Central Junior High School North Liberty 1.6 mi 6.8
James Van Allen Elementary School North Liberty 1.8 mi 6.9
Liberty High School North Liberty 2.0 mi 6.7
Central Elementary School Coralville 2.1 mi 5.8
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Liberty 2.5 mi 5.9
Buford Garner Elementary North Liberty 2.8 mi 6.0
Norman Borlaug Elementary School Coralville 2.8 mi 5.3
Penn Elementary School North Liberty 3.0 mi 8.6
Lincoln Elementary School Iowa City 3.0 mi 6.6
West Senior High School Iowa City 3.6 mi 6.1
Christine Grant Elementary North Liberty 3.7 mi 8.1
Bohumil Shimek Elementary School Iowa City 3.1 mi 7.4
Ernest Horn Elementary School Iowa City 3.9 mi 5.3
Horace Mann Elementary School Iowa City 3.7 mi 7.6
Weber Elementary Iowa City 4.4 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,508

Median Home Value

$286,000

Median Rent

$1,021/mo

Population

22,846

College Educated

57.3%

Homeownership

54.3%

Avg Commute

20.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

33.1

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Treynor Elementary School Treynor, IA 8.7
AHSTW Primary School Avoca, IA 8.6
Bedford Elementary School Bedford, IA 8.6
Brooklyn-Guernsey-Malcom Elementary School Brooklyn, IA 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wickham Elementary

What grades does Wickham Elementary serve?

Wickham Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Wickham Elementary?

Wickham Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wickham Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Wickham Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wickham Elementary rank in IA?

Wickham Elementary ranks #61 of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is Wickham Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Wickham Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Wickham Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wickham Elementary has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wickham Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Wickham Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

15.9% of students at Wickham 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
14 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Johnson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

District

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

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