School Overview
James Wilson Grimes School, located in Burlington, Iowa, is a public elementary school operating under the Burlington Community School District. Situated at 800 South St., the school serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community, focusing on providing a comprehensive curriculum for students in their early academic years. As part of a larger district-wide effort, the school emphasizes student development, core literacy, and mathematical proficiency while fostering a supportive learning environment tailored to the needs of the Burlington area.

The school is deeply integrated into the Burlington Community School District’s broader mission to prepare students for future success through accessible and equitable public education. By utilizing the district’s centralized resources, Grimes School aims to provide its students with the necessary tools and guidance to transition successfully into middle school. For families seeking specific information regarding current programs, district policies, or school events, the Burlington Community School District’s official website serves as the primary hub for administrative updates and educational initiatives.
269
Total Students
25.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
47.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for James Wilson Grimes School
Demographic Student Count
White142
Hispanic17
Black67
Asian1
Two or More42
  • White
    142 (52.8 %)
  • Black
    67 (24.9 %)
  • Two or More
    42 (15.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    17 (6.3 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Burlington Comm School District
Phone: (319)753-0420
Website: http://www.bcsds.org
Grade Range: K - 4th
Total Students: 269
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 128
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 42
Grade 1 56
Grade 2 59
Grade 3 59
Grade 4 53

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for James Wilson Grimes School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten42
Grade 156
Grade 259
Grade 359
Grade 453
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for James Wilson Grimes School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13851.3%
Male13148.7%