What grades does Southdale Elementary School serve?

Southdale Elementary School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Cedar Falls area.

Where is Southdale Elementary School located?

Southdale Elementary School is a urban school in Cedar Falls, IA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southdale Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Southdale Elementary School is 15.2:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Cedar Falls, IA?

Schools in Cedar Falls include Southdale Elementary School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Cedar Falls area.

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Southdale Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Cedar Falls, IA 50613

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Fri

Professional DevelopmentStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Nov

Fri

PK-12 No SchoolHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving: No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Professional DevelopmentStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Dec

Tue

Winter Break: No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Jan

Thu

End of SemesterexamDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–6

Enrollment

562

Student:Teacher

15.2:1

Locale

Urban

District

Cedar Falls Comm School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

24.0%

Phone

(319)553-2900

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

78%

75th percentile in IA

Math Proficiency

78%

82th percentile in IA

Chronic Absenteeism

5.0%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

13 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.9:1

Near average in IA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

463

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

38.86

100% fully certified

Counselors

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,625

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,869

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,643

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 5%State 49%Local 45%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$193,606

+2.9% 1yr+32.8% 5yr

Waterloo, IA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

25.1%

Below 150% poverty line

5.4%

Unemployment rate

4.2%

Uninsured residents

7.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

782

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

739

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

539

Current enrollment

Stable(-1% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Professional Development

PK-12 No School

Staff Day

Fri, Nov 6, 2026

PK-12 No School

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving: No School

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Cedar Falls Comm School District. Southdale Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide PK-12 Noon Dismissal	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	PK-12 Noon Dismiss: Prof DevDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide PK-12 No School	Staff Day	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	PK-12 No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving: No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide PK-12 No School	Staff Day	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Winter Break: No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Jan 14, 2027	End of SemesterDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	7-12: No School - Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Jr. Day: No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 19, 2027	Professional Development; PK-12 No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	PK-12 No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide PK-12 Noon Dismissal	Staff Day	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	PK-12 Noon Dismiss: Prof DevDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	1-6 Noon Dismissal for Performance WritingDistrict-wide Grades 1-6 early dismissal for performance writing	half_day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide No School	Holiday	—
Wed, Jun 2, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—