publicelementaryGrade 1-5

Duncombe Elementary School

1620 6Th Avenue North, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, United States

+1 (515) 574-5623

http://www.fdschools.org/schools/duncombe-elementary/

4.7

Overall Rating

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Duncombe Elementary School Overview

About This School

Duncombe Elementary School is a public elementary in Fort Dodge, Iowa, serving 438 students in grades Grade 1-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 48% in ELA and 45% in math. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 30 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $64,858. One counselor is available to support the student body. The student population is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the school is 51% White, 26% Hispanic, 15% Two or More Races, and 7% Black.

438

Total Students

Grade 1-5

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

30 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts48%

Mathematics45%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 1-5

County

Webster County

Students per Counselor

438:1

Duncombe Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

48%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 53%State Avg: 70%

45%

Mathematics

City Avg: 46%State Avg: 65%

N/A

Science

Class Information

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 15:1

State Avg: 14.5:1

438

Students per Counselor

Duncombe Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$64,858

City Avg: $64,858

State Avg: $66,994

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio14:1

Students per Counselor438:1

Duncombe Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.14%

Male

48.86%

Female

Total Enrollment: 438 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White51.14%

Hispanic25.8%

Asian0.46%

Black7.31%

Two or More Races14.61%

Native American0.46%

Duncombe Elementary School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Duncombe Elementary School

Q: What is Duncombe Elementary School?

A: Duncombe Elementary School is a elementary public located in Fort Dodge.

Q: How many students attend Duncombe Elementary School?

A: Duncombe Elementary School has approximately 438 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Duncombe Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Duncombe Elementary School is 14:1.

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Detailed Information about Duncombe Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Duncombe Elementary School - Fort Dodge, IA

Quick Facts about Duncombe Elementary School
School Name	Duncombe Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 1-5
Location	1620 6Th Avenue North, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, Fort Dodge, IA
County	Webster County
Phone	+1 (515) 574-5623
Total Students	438
Student-Teacher Ratio	14:1
Full-Time Teachers	30
Rating	4.7/10
ELA Proficiency	48%
Math Proficiency	45%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Duncombe Elementary School

What is Duncombe Elementary School?

Duncombe Elementary School is a elementary public located in Fort Dodge.

How many students attend Duncombe Elementary School?

Duncombe Elementary School has approximately 438 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Duncombe Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Duncombe Elementary School is 14:1.

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