Serving 666 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grant Ragan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grant Ragan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grant Ragan Elementary School's student population of 666 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
666 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grant Ragan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grant Ragan Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#135 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
10%
7%
White
63%
70%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grant Ragan Elementary School's ranking?
Grant Ragan Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Grant Ragan Elementary School often compared to?
Grant Ragan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waukee Elementary School, Maple Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Grant Ragan Elementary School?
666 students attend Grant Ragan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Grant Ragan Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grant Ragan Elementary School?
Grant Ragan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grant Ragan Elementary School offer ?
Grant Ragan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grant Ragan Elementary School part of?
Grant Ragan Elementary School is part of Waukee Comm School District.
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