Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Weber Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is lower 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 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weber Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Weber Elementary School's student population of 542 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Weber Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weber Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#762 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
45%
7%
White
39%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weber Elementary School's ranking?
Weber Elementary School is ranked #762 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Weber Elementary School often compared to?
Weber Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ernest Horn Elementary School, Norman Borlaug Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Weber Elementary School?
542 students attend Weber Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Weber Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weber Elementary School?
Weber Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Weber Elementary School offer ?
Weber Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Weber Elementary School part of?
Weber Elementary School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Weber Elementary School located?
Weber Elementary School is located in the Weber neighborhood of Iowa City, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Weber.
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