Serving 592 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shuler Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (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 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shuler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Shuler Elementary School's student population of 592 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
592 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dream. Wonder. Shine.
School Rankings
Shuler Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shuler Elementary School is 0.37, which is less 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
#13 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
3%
7%
White
79%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Shuler Elementary School's ranking?
Shuler Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Shuler Elementary School?
592 students attend Shuler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Shuler Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shuler Elementary School?
Shuler Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shuler Elementary School offer ?
Shuler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shuler Elementary School part of?
Shuler Elementary School is part of Waukee Comm School District.
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