Atkins Elementary School
406 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 3rd
School Overview
Atkins Elementary School, located at 217 4th Ave in Atkins, Iowa, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Benton Community School District. As a community-focused elementary school, it is dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment for young students, emphasizing the development of essential academic skills, social growth, and a strong sense of local identity. The school serves as a central hub for families in the Atkins area, fostering partnerships between educators, students, and parents to encourage a positive educational experience during the formative years of childhood.
Operating under the broader regional support of the Grant Wood Area Education Agency (formerly AEA 10), the school benefits from access to specialized resources and professional development opportunities aimed at enhancing classroom instruction. By aligning its curriculum with state standards and district goals, Atkins Elementary strives to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school and beyond. Through its commitment to student-centered learning and community involvement, the school remains a key component of the educational landscape in Benton County.
Operating under the broader regional support of the Grant Wood Area Education Agency (formerly AEA 10), the school benefits from access to specialized resources and professional development opportunities aimed at enhancing classroom instruction. By aligning its curriculum with state standards and district goals, Atkins Elementary strives to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school and beyond. Through its commitment to student-centered learning and community involvement, the school remains a key component of the educational landscape in Benton County.
406
Total Students
19.8
Full-Time Teachers
20.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
18.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 372 |
| Hispanic | 9 |
| Black | 5 |
| Two or More | 19 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White372 (91.6 %)
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Two or More19 (4.7 %)
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Hispanic9 (2.2 %)
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Black5 (1.2 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
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: | Benton Comm School District |
| Phone: | (319)446-7525 |
| Website: | http://www.benton.k12.ia.us |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 3rd |
| Total Students: | 406 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 19.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 20.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 62 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 14 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
94
Kindergarten
93
Grade 1
72
Grade 2
76
Grade 3
71
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 94 |
| Kindergarten | 93 |
| Grade 1 | 72 |
| Grade 2 | 76 |
| Grade 3 | 71 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 210 | 51.7% |
| Male | 196 | 48.3% |
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