Valerius Elementary School serves 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valerius Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Valerius Elementary School's student population of 598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
598 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Valerius Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
10%
7%
White
61%
70%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Valerius Elementary School?
598 students attend Valerius Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Valerius Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valerius Elementary School?
Valerius Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valerius Elementary School offer ?
Valerius Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Valerius Elementary School part of?
Valerius Elementary School is part of Urbandale Comm School District.
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