Serving 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jordan Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jordan Creek Elementary School's student population of 657 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jordan Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jordan Creek Elementary School is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#457 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
6%
7%
White
69%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jordan Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Jordan Creek Elementary School is ranked #457 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Jordan Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Jordan Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Hills Elementary School, Lawson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Jordan Creek Elementary School?
657 students attend Jordan Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Jordan Creek Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jordan Creek Elementary School?
Jordan Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jordan Creek Elementary School offer ?
Jordan Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Jordan Creek Elementary School part of?
Jordan Creek Elementary School is part of West Des Moines Comm School District.
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