C+
Average
63/100

Ballard West Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 02 🏫 Elementary
Not rated on results. This school did not report state test or graduation results, so this is a small rating based only on class size, funding and school type. It is not a good comparison with schools rated on student results.
📍 105 E Main St, Slater, IA 50244
Ballard West Elementary, Slater, IA — Repit school rating C+ (63/100)
Ballard West Elementary, Slater, IA — Repit school rating C+ (63/100)
63
Repit Score
out of 100
456
Students
enrolled
13.5:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$14K
Per Student
spending

What Goes Into This Rating

FactorWeightScoreBasis
🏫 Resources only—81/100No test or graduation results were reported. The rating is limited and capped, and is not a fair comparison with schools rated on results.

The overall Repit Score ranks this blend against every rated school in Iowa. Schools are compared within their state because each state sets its own tests and proficiency bar. How we rate schools

School Information

Address 105 E Main St
City Slater
ZIP Code 50244
District 1904200
NCES School ID 190420000108
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 50244

Understanding the community around Ballard West Elementary helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $98,542
Per Capita Income $47,195
Poverty Rate 1.4%
Households Earning $100K+ 49.5%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 41.0%
High School or Higher 98.8%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $216,200
Median Rent $878
Owner-Occupied 90.2%
Renter-Occupied 9.8%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Ballard West Elementary.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%
Female 44.5%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

White 89.9%
Hispanic/Latino 6.4%
Two or More Races 2.9%
Black 0.7%
Asian 0.2%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 456
Teachers (FTE) 33.9
Student:Teacher Ratio 13.5:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Ballard West Elementary?
Ballard West Elementary has a Repit School Score of 63 out of 100, earning a grade of C+. No test results were reported for this school, so the score reflects class size, funding and resources only.
How many students attend Ballard West Elementary?
Ballard West Elementary has 456 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.5:1.
What grades does Ballard West Elementary serve?
Ballard West Elementary serves grades Pre-K – 02 and is classified as a Elementary. This is a public school.
How much funding does Ballard West Elementary receive per student?
Ballard West Elementary receives $13,633 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is around the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Ballard West Elementary in 50244 ▼
Avg Home Value
$301,007
Avg Monthly Rent
$882
1-Year Change
+6.2%
% Renters
9.8%

About Repit School Scores

Parents choosing a school deserve to see what it actually delivers. Since October 2026 the Repit School Score is built mainly on results:

  • Academics (largest share) — the share of students scoring proficient in reading and math on the state test, ranked against schools of the same level in the same state.
  • Graduation (high schools) — the four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate. Only regular diplomas count; GEDs and certificates of attendance do not.
  • Resources (smaller share) — class size, per-pupil funding, school size and type.

Scores compare schools within their own state, because every state writes its own tests and sets its own proficiency bar. Full methodology

Data sources: NCES CCD 2024-25, U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts (test results & graduation) | Last updated: October 2026