PEOSTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Peosta Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Western Dubuque Comm School District school district, located in Peosta, IA with about 326 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 23 teachers, Peosta 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.

Peosta Elementary School, located in Peosta, Iowa, is a key component of the Western Dubuque Community School District. Serving students in the Peosta area, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and rigorous academic environment that encourages both intellectual growth and character development. The school prides itself on a collaborative community atmosphere where educators, students, and families work together to ensure that every child reaches their full potential through personalized learning experiences.

The school’s facilities and curriculum are designed to meet the evolving needs of 21st-century learners, incorporating modern instructional practices and technology to enhance the classroom experience. Beyond core academic subjects, Peosta Elementary emphasizes the importance of social-emotional learning and community engagement, helping students build the foundational skills necessary for success in middle school and beyond. With a strong commitment to academic excellence and inclusivity, the school continues to be a central pillar of the Peosta community.

For more information, contact Peosta Elementary School at (563) 588-9010 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8522 Burds Rd
Peosta, IA 52068
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PEOSTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Peosta, IA with about 326 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Iowa

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
326
Teachers:
23.47
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 326 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PEOSTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 94% of the student body.

White
93.9%
Black or African American
2.1%
Two or more races
2.1%
Hispanic/Latino
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
46.6%
Male
53.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.