Alburnett Elementary School

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Alburnett Elementary School ranks 141 st of 557 Iowa elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Alburnett Elementary School is a public elementary school in Alburnett, Iowa, serving grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 379 students. The school is part of the Alburnett Community School District, which is ranked 29th out of 309 districts in Iowa and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Alburnett Elementary consistently outperforms the state average in ISASP (Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress) test scores across all grade levels and subject areas. In 2023-2024, the school had 71.2% of 3rd graders, 83.6% of 4th graders, and 71.4% of 5th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state averages of 64.2%, 72.9%, and 69%, respectively. In mathematics, Alburnett Elementary had 84.6% of 3rd graders, 92.6% of 4th graders, and 80.4% of 5th graders proficient or better, compared to the state averages of 76.3%, 72.7%, and 70.7%. The school's 5th-grade science proficiency rate of 64.3% also exceeds the state average of 59.6%. Alburnett Elementary has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.3 in 2022-2023, which is lower than the ratios of most nearby schools.

When comparing Alburnett Elementary School to the nearby schools, such as Wilkins Elementary, Nixon Elementary, and Linn Grove Elementary, Alburnett Elementary consistently outperforms them in ISASP test scores across all grade levels and subject areas. The school's strong academic performance and efficient resource allocation contribute to its success, making it a standout elementary school in the region.

Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

131 Roosevelt Street
Alburnett, IA 52202

(319) 842-2261

District: Alburnett Community School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
141^st of 557 Iowa Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $11,673

Students who attend Alburnett Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:	Alburnett Middle School
High:	Alburnett Senior High School

Student/teacher ratio: 13.3

Number of students: 379

Racial breakdown:

White:

96.0%

Two or more races:

2.6%

Hispanic:

1.1%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 23.2%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Alburnett Elementary School ranks better than 74.7% of elementary schools in Iowa. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 72.05. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (96%), two or more races (2.6%), Hispanic (1.1%). (See more...)

Compare Details 23.2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Alburnett Elementary School is 13.3. (See more...)

Compare Alburnett Elementary School employs 28.3 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Alburnett Elementary School is $11,673.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Alburnett Elementary School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Alburnett Community School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Alburnett Community School District 29^th of 309 Iowa school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Alburnett Elementary School

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	IA State Percentile
2012	72.29	120^th	626	80.8%
2013	68.73	167^th	624	73.2%
2014	70.54	159^th	603	73.6%
2015	71.87	157^th	616	74.5%
2016	68.54	189^th	599	68.4%
2017	68.66	194^th	574	66.2%
2018	66.92	198^th	567	65.1%
2019	65.59	211^th	603	65.0%
2021	69.83	158^th	567	72.1%
2022	71.16	160^th	574	72.1%
2023	72.59	141^st	565	75.0%
2024	72.05	141^st	557	74.7%

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Data source: test scores: Iowa Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Iowa Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Alburnett Elementary School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
1988	254	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	254
1989	252	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	252
1990	277	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	277
1991	267	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	267
1992	264	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	264
1993	232	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	232
1994	241	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	241
1995	243	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	243
1996	243	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	243
1997	238	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	238
1998	222	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	222
1999	221	0	3	0	n/a	n/a	0	224
2000	264	0	2	0	n/a	n/a	-19	247
2001	246	2	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	248
2002	342	0	1	1	n/a	n/a	0	344
2003	342	0	1	1	n/a	n/a	0	344
2004	317	0	0	1	n/a	n/a	0	318
2005	302	1	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	303
2006	306	1	0	1	n/a	n/a	0	308
2007	326	1	0	1	n/a	n/a	0	328
2008	323	1	0	1	n/a	n/a	0	325
2009	314	3	0	5	n/a	n/a	0	322
2010	289	4	0	7	0	0	0	300
2011	285	4	0	9	0	0	0	298
2012	304	3	0	13	0	0	0	320
2013	312	3	1	8	1	0	0	325
2014	272	2	1	1	0	2	0	278
2015	295	2	0	5	0	2	0	304
2016	290	1	0	6	0	5	0	302
2017	287	6	0	8	0	8	0	309
2018	304	5	0	8	0	5	0	322
2019	333	6	0	6	0	7	0	352
2020	319	6	0	5	0	6	0	336
2021	309	5	0	2	1	2	0	319
2022	304	2	0	1	0	4	0	311
2023	364	1	0	4	0	10	0	379

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Alburnett Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1988	254	12.2	20.8	n/a
1989	252	12.2	20.6	7.1
1990	277	13.5	20.5	0
1991	267	12.0	22.2	6.7
1992	264	12.0	22.0	9.5
1993	232	12.7	18.3	11.2
1994	241	14.8	16.3	8.3
1995	243	13.8	17.6	6.2
1996	243	13.8	17.6	6.2
1997	238	11.0	21.6	4.2
1998	222	11.0	20.2	5
1999	224	12.0	18.7	7.1
2000	247	12.5	19.8	7.1
2001	248	12.5	19.8	7.3
2002	344	17.5	19.7	10.5
2003	344	17.5	19.7	10.5
2004	318	16.0	19.9	11
2005	303	19.1	15.9	9.6
2006	308	17.6	17.5	13.3
2007	328	17.6	18.6	14.9
2008	325	17.6	18.5	12.9
2009	322	17.6	18.3	16.5
2010	300	16.3	18.3	22.7
2011	298	16.5	18.0	13.4
2012	320	16.5	19.3	21.9
2013	325	17.8	18.2	23.1
2014	278	16.3	16.9	14.7
2015	304	19.0	16.0	8.6
2016	302	18.0	16.7	4.6
2017	309	20.4	15.1	12.6
2018	322	21.9	14.6	14.6
2019	352	23.9	14.6	23.9
2020	336	25.4	13.1	20.5
2021	319	25.2	12.6	24.8
2022	311	23.8	13.0	21.2
2023	379	28.3	13.3	23.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Alburnett Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1988	254	12.2	20.8	n/a
1989	252	12.2	20.6	7.1
1990	277	13.5	20.5	0
1991	267	12.0	22.2	6.7
1992	264	12.0	22.0	9.5
1993	232	12.7	18.3	11.2
1994	241	14.8	16.3	8.3
1995	243	13.8	17.6	6.2
1996	243	13.8	17.6	6.2
1997	238	11.0	21.6	4.2
1998	222	11.0	20.2	5
1999	224	12.0	18.7	7.1
2000	247	12.5	19.8	7.1
2001	248	12.5	19.8	7.3
2002	344	17.5	19.7	10.5
2003	344	17.5	19.7	10.5
2004	318	16.0	19.9	11
2005	303	19.1	15.9	9.6
2006	308	17.6	17.5	13.3
2007	328	17.6	18.6	14.9
2008	325	17.6	18.5	12.9
2009	322	17.6	18.3	16.5
2010	300	16.3	18.3	22.7
2011	298	16.5	18.0	13.4
2012	320	16.5	19.3	21.9
2013	325	17.8	18.2	23.1
2014	278	16.3	16.9	14.7
2015	304	19.0	16.0	8.6
2016	302	18.0	16.7	4.6
2017	309	20.4	15.1	12.6
2018	322	21.9	14.6	14.6
2019	352	23.9	14.6	23.9
2020	336	25.4	13.1	20.5
2021	319	25.2	12.6	24.8
2022	311	23.8	13.0	21.2
2023	379	28.3	13.3	23.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Alburnett Elementary School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$279 (2.4%)	$11,394 (97.6%)	$11,673

Data source: Iowa Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Alburnett Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 211^th of 603 Elementary schools	Ranks 141^st of 565 Elementary schools	10%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Alburnett Elementary School)	65.3	66.7	1.4%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Alburnett Community School District)	65.3	66.7	1.4%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Iowa)	65.3	66.3	1%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Alburnett Elementary School)	73.5	84.2	10.7%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Alburnett Community School District)	73.5	84.2	10.7%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Iowa)	71.7	75.3	3.6%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Alburnett Elementary School)	60	76.4	16.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Alburnett Community School District)	60	76.4	16.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Iowa)	70.5	73.1	2.6%
4th Grade Mathematics (Alburnett Elementary School)	89.3	89.1	0.2%
4th Grade Mathematics (Alburnett Community School District)	89.3	89.1	0.2%
4th Grade Mathematics (Iowa)	72.5	72.9	0.4%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Alburnett Elementary School)	84.3	77.6	6.7%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Alburnett Community School District)	84.3	77.6	6.7%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Iowa)	67.3	68.3	1%
5th Grade Mathematics (Alburnett Elementary School)	88.2	89.8	1.6%
5th Grade Mathematics (Alburnett Community School District)	88.2	89.8	1.6%
5th Grade Mathematics (Iowa)	69.4	71.3	1.9%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	352	379	7.7%
African American	6	1	83.3%
American Indian	0	0
Asian	0	0
Hispanic	6	4	33.3%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	333	364	9.3%
Two or More Races	7	10	42.9%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	23.9%	23.2%	0.6%

Schools Near Alburnett Elementary School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				ISASP English Language Arts (2024)			ISASP Mathematics (2024)			ISASP Science (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	ISASP English Language Arts 3rd Grade	ISASP English Language Arts 4th Grade	ISASP English Language Arts 5th Grade	ISASP Mathematics 3rd Grade	ISASP Mathematics 4th Grade	ISASP Mathematics 5th Grade	ISASP Science 5th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Alburnett Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	131 Roosevelt Street	Alburnett	52202	Linn County	Alburnett Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(319) 842-2261	379	28	13.3	23.2%	364 (96.0%)	1 (0.3%)	4 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	10 (2.6%)	72.1	141^st of 557 public elementary schools	74.7%		72.6	141^st of 565 public elementary schools	75.0%		71.2	83.6	71.4	84.6	92.6	80.4	64.3	$11,673	$279	$11,394
Echo Hill Elementary	Public	PK, KG-4	400 Echo Hill Road	Marion	52302	Linn County	Linn-Mar Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(319) 730-3560	544	35	15.6	7.0%	425 (78.1%)	23 (4.2%)	13 (2.4%)	59 (10.8%)	4 (0.7%)	0 (0.0%)	20 (3.7%)	88.5	18^th of 557 public elementary schools	96.8%		90.1	12^th of 565 public elementary schools	97.9%	6	88.7	87.9		92.8	89.0			$12,860	$361	$12,500
Westfield Elementary School	Public	K-4	901 E Main St	Robins	52328	Linn County	Linn-Mar Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(319) 447-3350	506	33	15.4	20.0%	273 (54.0%)	29 (5.7%)	35 (6.9%)	147 (29.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	22 (4.3%)	85.7	31^st of 557 public elementary schools	94.4%		85.7	34^th of 565 public elementary schools	94.0%	3	77.9	89.4		89.5	92.9			$12,897	$287	$12,610
Central City Elementary School	Public	K-5	400 Barber Street	Central City	52214	Linn County	Central City Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(319) 438-6181	185	15	12.0	35.1%	171 (92.4%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (3.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	8 (4.3%)	55.1	300^th of 557 public elementary schools	46.1%		44.4	369^th of 565 public elementary schools	34.7%	69	50.0	69.4	89.7	83.3	55.6	86.2	69.0	$15,538	$711	$14,827
Indian Creek Elementary School	Public	K-4	2900 Indian Creek Rd	Marion	52302	Linn County	Linn-Mar Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(319) 447-3270	411	28	14.8	13.9%	344 (83.7%)	12 (2.9%)	15 (3.6%)	15 (3.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	25 (6.1%)	77	90^th of 557 public elementary schools	83.8%		74.5	121^st of 565 public elementary schools	78.6%	31	73.2	87.8		82.9	85.4			$12,023	$439	$11,584
Novak Elementary School	Public	K-4	401 29th Avenue	Marion	52302	Linn County	Linn-Mar Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(319) 447-3300	371	32	11.5	27.0%	299 (80.6%)	16 (4.3%)	27 (7.3%)	4 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	25 (6.7%)	63.4	218^th of 557 public elementary schools	60.9%		56.1	275^th of 565 public elementary schools	51.3%	57	70.8	78.8		81.9	71.2			$13,619	$930	$12,689
Bowman Woods Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-4	151 Boyson Rd NE	Cedar Rapids	52402	Linn County	Linn-Mar Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(319) 447-3240	439	32	13.8	22.6%	328 (74.7%)	31 (7.1%)	25 (5.7%)	26 (5.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	29 (6.6%)	66.4	187^th of 557 public elementary schools	66.4%		71.2	152^nd of 565 public elementary schools	73.1%	35	70.1	85.7		74.6	79.2			$12,115	$552	$11,563
Wilkins Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-4	2127 27th St	Marion	52302	Linn County	Linn-Mar Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(319) 447-3380	388	31	12.6	41.5%	316 (81.4%)	20 (5.2%)	14 (3.6%)	7 (1.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	31 (8.0%)	36.2	408^th of 557 public elementary schools	26.8%		50.3	325^th of 565 public elementary schools	42.5%	83	64.3	61.7		73.2	61.7			$13,799	$613	$13,186
Nixon Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	200 Nixon DR	Hiawatha	52233	Linn County	Cedar Rapids Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(319) 558-2188	289	23	12.6	67.1%	130 (45.0%)	53 (18.3%)	25 (8.7%)	42 (14.5%)	3 (1.0%)	0 (0.0%)	35 (12.1%)	32.4	435^th of 557 public elementary schools	21.9%		38.2	408^th of 565 public elementary schools	27.8%	27	52.2	52.5	67.3	71.7	45.0	65.3	61.2	$15,864	$627	$15,237
Linn Grove Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-4	2301 50th St	Marion	52302	Linn County	Linn-Mar Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(319) 730-3500	412	33	12.3	39.3%	300 (72.8%)	32 (7.8%)	30 (7.3%)	13 (3.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	37 (9.0%)	57.2	280^th of 557 public elementary schools	49.7%		50.6	320^th of 565 public elementary schools	43.4%	40	73.4	72.6		79.7	69.9			$13,263	$642	$12,621

Frequently Asked Questions about Alburnett Elementary School

What is the racial makeup of Alburnett Elementary School?

Students at Alburnett Elementary School are 96% White, 3% Two or more races, 1% Hispanic.

What district is Alburnett Elementary School in?

Alburnett Community School District

How many students attend Alburnett Elementary School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 379 students attended Alburnett Elementary School.

Is Alburnett Elementary School a good school?

Alburnett Elementary School ranks 141^st of 557 Iowa elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

What schools do graduates of Alburnett Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Alburnett Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Alburnett Middle School
High : Alburnett Senior High School

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