Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Webster Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Webster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Webster Elementary School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Teaching All—Reaching All'
School Rankings
Webster Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Webster Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#43 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
6%
7%
White
76%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Webster Elementary School's ranking?
Webster Elementary School is ranked #43 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Webster Elementary School often compared to?
Webster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stilwell Junior High School, Whittier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Webster Elementary School?
546 students attend Webster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Webster Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Webster Elementary School?
Webster Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Webster Elementary School offer ?
Webster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Webster Elementary School part of?
Webster Elementary School is part of Urbandale Comm School District.
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