PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Prairie View Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the College Comm School District school district, located in Cedar Rapids, IA with about 458 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Prairie View Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Prairie View Elementary School, located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, serves as a foundational campus within the College Community School District. Operating under the "Prairie" identity, the school is deeply integrated into a district that emphasizes a strong sense of community, tradition, and academic achievement. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment, focusing on developing both the intellectual and personal growth of its elementary-age students as they prepare for higher levels of education within the district.

The school’s culture is anchored by the "Prairie Pride" philosophy, which encourages students, staff, and families to engage collaboratively in the educational process. By utilizing a curriculum designed to meet state standards while fostering critical thinking and social-emotional skills, Prairie View strives to ensure that every child has access to comprehensive resources and extracurricular opportunities. As part of a larger district footprint, the school benefits from streamlined coordination with middle and high school programming, ensuring a cohesive educational journey for students living in the Cedar Rapids area.

For more information, contact Prairie View Elementary School at (319) 848-5260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.