Serving 840 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Henry A Wallace Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry A Wallace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Henry A Wallace Elementary School's student population of 840 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
840 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henry A Wallace Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry A Wallace Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#28 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
9%
7%
White
65%
70%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry A Wallace Elementary School's ranking?
Henry A Wallace Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Henry A Wallace Elementary School often compared to?
Henry A Wallace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaver Creek Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Henry A Wallace Elementary School?
840 students attend Henry A Wallace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Henry A Wallace Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry A Wallace Elementary School?
Henry A Wallace Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henry A Wallace Elementary School offer ?
Henry A Wallace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry A Wallace Elementary School part of?
Henry A Wallace Elementary School is part of Johnston Comm School District.
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