Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
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Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center's student population of 218 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Warriors
Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center is 0.10, 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
#594 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
95%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center's ranking?
Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center is ranked #594 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center?
218 students attend Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center?
Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center offer ?
Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center part of?
Calamus-wheatland Elementary Attendance Center is part of Calamus-Wheatland Community School District.
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