Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Norman Borlaug Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Norman Borlaug Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
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Norman Borlaug Elementary School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2012
Average Class Size
24 students
Norman Borlaug Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norman Borlaug Elementary School is 0.71, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#314 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
38%
7%
White
34%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Norman Borlaug Elementary School's ranking?
Norman Borlaug Elementary School is ranked #314 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Norman Borlaug Elementary School often compared to?
Norman Borlaug Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kirkwood Elementary School, Central Elementary School, Weber Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Norman Borlaug Elementary School?
451 students attend Norman Borlaug Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Norman Borlaug Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norman Borlaug Elementary School?
Norman Borlaug Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norman Borlaug Elementary School offer ?
Norman Borlaug Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norman Borlaug Elementary School part of?
Norman Borlaug Elementary School is part of Iowa City Community School District.
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