Serving 361 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meeker Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meeker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Meeker Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2015
Colors
Teal and Orange
School Calendar
Average Class Size
21 students
School Rankings
Meeker Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meeker Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#677 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
5%
7%
White
70%
70%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Little Cyclone
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meeker Elementary School's ranking?
Meeker Elementary School is ranked #677 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Meeker Elementary School often compared to?
Meeker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mitchell Elementary School, Fellows Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Meeker Elementary School?
361 students attend Meeker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Meeker Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meeker Elementary School?
Meeker Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meeker Elementary School offer ?
Meeker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meeker Elementary School part of?
Meeker Elementary School is part of Ames Comm School District.
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