Edwards Elementary School

www.ames.k12.ia.us/Schools/Edwards/Edwards.html

450 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Edwards Elementary School is a public primary school located in Ames, Iowa, serving as part of the Ames Community School District. Situated on Miller Avenue, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for students in the local community. It emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential social skills, aiming to prepare children for success in their future educational endeavors.

The school is known for its commitment to inclusive education and community engagement, reflecting the values of the broader Ames school system. By prioritizing a well-rounded curriculum and strong partnerships between educators, students, and families, Edwards Elementary strives to create an enriching atmosphere where students feel encouraged to explore their potential. The school remains an integral part of the Ames educational landscape, focusing on providing foundational knowledge and a positive experience for its young learners.

450

Total Students

31.4

Full-Time Teachers

14.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

43.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Edwards Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	287
Hispanic	47
Black	61
Asian	27
Two or More	28

White
287 (63.8 %)
Black
61 (13.6 %)
Hispanic
47 (10.4 %)
Two or More
28 (6.2 %)
Asian
27 (6.0 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Ames Comm School District
Phone:	(515)239-3760
Website:	http://www.ames.k12.ia.us/Schools/Edwards/Edwards.html
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	450
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	31.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	172
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	22

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 72

Grade 1 83

Grade 2 65

Grade 3 87

Grade 4 69

Grade 5 74