Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bohumil Shimek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bohumil Shimek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bohumil Shimek Elementary School's student population of 206 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bohumil Shimek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bohumil Shimek Elementary School is 0.45, which is less 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
#115 out of 1233 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
8%
7%
White
73%
71%
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
15%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bohumil Shimek Elementary School's ranking?
Bohumil Shimek Elementary School is ranked #115 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Bohumil Shimek Elementary School?
206 students attend Bohumil Shimek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Bohumil Shimek Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bohumil Shimek Elementary School?
Bohumil Shimek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bohumil Shimek Elementary School offer ?
Bohumil Shimek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Bohumil Shimek Elementary School part of?
Bohumil Shimek Elementary School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Bohumil Shimek Elementary School located?
Bohumil Shimek Elementary School is located in the Shimek neighborhood of Iowa City, IA.
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