Serving 273 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Radiant Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Radiant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Radiant Elementary School's student population of 273 students has declined by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Radiant Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Radiant Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
17%
7%
White
55%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Waukee Comm School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Radiant Elementary School's ranking?
Radiant Elementary School is ranked #142 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Radiant Elementary School?
273 students attend Radiant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Radiant Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Radiant Elementary School?
Radiant Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Radiant Elementary School offer ?
Radiant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Radiant Elementary School part of?
Radiant Elementary School is part of Waukee Comm School District.
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