Moonpreneur Icon

Alexander Elementary

3571 SYCAMORE ST, IOWA CITY, IA 52240

Top 25% School in Iowa

Ranked 115 of 183 in Iowa

See top schools in Iowa City

About Alexander Elementary

Alexander Elementary School is a public school in Iowa City, Iowa, that serves students from pre-kindergarten to sixth grade. With 363 students and a 13:1 student-teacher ratio, the school can give each student more focused help in the classroom. Alexander Elementary School wants all students to feel welcome and included in their learning. They have programs that help with both academic and social-emotional growth. The school has a diverse student body, which gives students from different backgrounds the chance to learn and work together. According to the proficiency results, 52% of students at Alexander Elementary scored at or above proficient in both math and reading. This shows that students do well in all of their core subjects. The school also stresses fair access to learning materials, which helps make sure that students have the help they need to do well. Alexander Elementary School is known for being involved in the community and working to get better. The school is still working to improve student performance and make learning a positive experience for all students, thanks to dedicated teachers and a supportive environment. Hence, it is one of the best schools in Iowa.

Alexander Elementary Contact Information

Address

3571 SYCAMORE ST, IOWA CITY, IA 52240

View on Map

Phone

(319) 688-1095

Call Now

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 52%
Reading 52%
State average proficiency is 52% in Math and 52% in Reading.
29
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
363
Total Students
$82775
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 115 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Alexander Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

Read More

Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

Read More

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 23.5%
Asian 2.9%
Hispanic 16.2%
Black 47.2%
Two+ Races 9.3%
Native Am. 0%
White
23.5%
Asian
2.9%
Hispanic
16.2%
Black
47.2%
Two+ Races
9.3%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 363
48.7%
177 Female
51.3%
186 Male

Student Population

363 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

330 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Map

Latest News

The school received a “Beyond the Bell” grant from the Iowa Department of Education to expand its before- and after-school programs, supporting academic interventions, tutoring, and enrichment.

FAQ

Q1. Does the school have programs to help kids get ready for kindergarten?

Ans. Yes, programs help kids learn basic school skills early on.

Q2. How does Alexander help people grow emotionally?

Ans. Daily routines include social-emotional learning.

Q3. Are there staff who speak more than one language or language services?

Ans. Yes, there is help for students and families who speak more than one language.

Q4. What safety steps are taken on campus?

Ans. Supervision and secure entry systems keep everyone safe all day.

Q5. Do students go on field trips or have chances to learn by doing?

Ans. Yes, field trips for each grade level help students learn by doing.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
F

Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

Free Robotics and Stem In-person Workshop in Your Neighbourhood for 7-14 Years Tech Enthusiasts.

Local kids are transforming ideas into real-world.

See the projects happening right in your neighborhood

What Parents Say

Alexander Elementary

If you’re a parent, please share the highlights of your experience with Alexander Elementary

terms and conditions
Feedback

DISCLAIMER

The information provided about schools is for general reference only and may not be 100% accurate or up to date. We recommend contacting the respective school directly to confirm the latest details and ensure accuracy.