What grades does Alexander Elementary serve?

As a Primary school, Alexander Elementary serves students in Iowa City, IA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Alexander Elementary located?

You can find Alexander Elementary in Iowa City, IA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alexander Elementary?

At Alexander Elementary, there are approximately 13 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Iowa City, IA?

Alexander Elementary is among the schools serving Iowa City, IA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Alexander Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Iowa City, Iowa|Iowa City Comm School District

Iowa City, IA 52240

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Winter Break - No School

Mar

Mon

Spring BreakBreakDistrict-wide

School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.

May

Fri

Last Day of SchoolEventDistrict-wide

Last day of school for students - 2026-2027 school year

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School Profile

Grades

PK–6

Enrollment

363

Student:Teacher

13:1

Locale

Rural

District

Iowa City Comm School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

70.5%

Phone

(319)688-1095

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

50-54%

Math Proficiency

45-49%

Chronic Absenteeism

9.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

24 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.1:1

Near average in IA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

319

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

33.17

100% fully certified

Counselors

0.99000001

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,391

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,143

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$18,544

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 12%State 42%Local 46%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$290,939

+3.9% 1yr+29.2% 5yr

Iowa City, IA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

25.7%

Below 150% poverty line

3.9%

Unemployment rate

5.2%

Uninsured residents

3.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

1,873

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,742

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)

436

Current enrollment

Growing(+24% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

Thanksgiving Break - No School

Break

Mon, Dec 21, 2026

Winter Break

Winter Break - No School

Break

Mon, Mar 22, 2027

Spring Break

Spring Break - No School

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Iowa City Comm School District. Alexander Elementary follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide Labor Day holiday, no school	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Thanksgiving Break - No School	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Winter Break - No School	Break	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Spring Break - No School	Break	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Last day of school for students - 2026-2027 school year	Event	—