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South Prairie Elementary

500 S James St, Grimes, IA 50111, United States
+1 (515) 986-4057
http://www.dcgschools.com
7.7
Overall Rating

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South Prairie Elementary Overview

About This School

South Prairie Elementary is a public elementary in Grimes, Iowa, serving 436 students in grades K-4. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 82% proficiency in ELA and 72% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 32 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $68,413. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 51% male and 49% female. The demographic breakdown includes 70% White, 17% Black, 8% Hispanic, and 5% students of two or more races.

436
Total Students
K-4
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
32 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts82%
Mathematics72%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-4
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
436:1

South Prairie Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

82%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 83%State Avg: 70%
72%
Mathematics
City Avg: 78%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 15:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
436
Students per Counselor

South Prairie Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
32

Average Teacher Salary

$68,413
City Avg: $68,413
State Avg: $66,994

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor436:1

South Prairie Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

50.69%
Male
49.31%
Female
Total Enrollment: 436 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White69.72%
Hispanic8.26%
Asian0.46%
Black16.51%
Two or More Races5.05%
Native American0%

South Prairie Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About South Prairie Elementary

Q: What is South Prairie Elementary?

A: South Prairie Elementary is a elementary public located in Grimes.

Q: How many students attend South Prairie Elementary?

A: South Prairie Elementary has approximately 436 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at South Prairie Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at South Prairie Elementary is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about South Prairie Elementary

South Prairie Elementary is a public elementary in Grimes, Iowa, serving 436 students in grades K-4. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 82% proficiency in ELA and 72% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 32 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $68,413. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 51% male and 49% female. The demographic breakdown includes 70% White, 17% Black, 8% Hispanic, and 5% students of two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About South Prairie Elementary - Grimes, IA

Quick Facts about South Prairie Elementary
School NameSouth Prairie Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-4
Location500 S James St, Grimes, IA 50111, Grimes, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 986-4057
Total Students436
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers32
Rating7.7/10
ELA Proficiency82%
Math Proficiency72%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about South Prairie Elementary

What is South Prairie Elementary?

South Prairie Elementary is a elementary public located in Grimes.

How many students attend South Prairie Elementary?

South Prairie Elementary has approximately 436 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Prairie Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at South Prairie Elementary is 13:1.

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