Prairie West Elementary School serves 252 students in grades Kindergarten-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie West Elementary School's student population of 252 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
252 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Prairie West Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
3%
7%
White
87%
70%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Prairie West Elementary School?
252 students attend Prairie West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Prairie West Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie West Elementary School?
Prairie West Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairie West Elementary School offer ?
Prairie West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Prairie West Elementary School part of?
Prairie West Elementary School is part of Waverly-Shell Rock Comm School District.
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