Valerius Elementary School serves 577 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valerius Elementary School's student population of 577 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
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Valerius Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
9%
7%
White
63%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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?
577 students attend Valerius Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Valerius Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 12:1, 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 Community School District.
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