School Overview
East Elementary School, located at 1103 First Street West in Independence, Iowa, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Independence Community School District. Dedicated to fostering a positive and supportive learning environment, the school focuses on the developmental needs of its young students, typically serving children in the early elementary grades. By prioritizing core curriculum standards alongside character development, East Elementary aims to build a strong educational baseline that prepares students for success as they transition into the higher grade levels within the district.

The school operates as part of a close-knit community in Buchanan County, emphasizing the importance of home-school collaboration to enhance student outcomes. Through the district’s website, families are kept informed about school initiatives, extracurricular opportunities, and academic calendars, ensuring a transparent connection between the administration, teachers, and the local community. East Elementary is committed to creating an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to grow academically, socially, and emotionally, reflecting the broader mission of the Independence Community School District to provide quality education to all its learners.
298
Total Students
24.2
Full-Time Teachers
12.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for East Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White269
Hispanic9
Two or More20
  • White
    269 (90.3 %)
  • Two or More
    20 (6.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    9 (3.0 %)
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: Independence Comm School District
Phone: (319)334-7425
Website: http://www.indeek12.org
Grade Range: K - 2nd
Total Students: 298
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 88
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 18
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 104
Grade 1 88
Grade 2 106

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for East Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten104
Grade 188
Grade 2106
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for East Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13445%
Male16455%