The Iowa Department of Education’s 2025 profile rated Spalding Park Elementary as “acceptable” in the district-wide performance review.

The school is recognized for significant energy savings: its building saved 38.8% in baseline-adjusted energy costs and is Energy Star certified.

Q1. What does Spalding Park Elementary do to help students learn about science and the environment?

Ans. The school uses its green campus and environmental design to make STEM more interesting by incorporating nature-based learning and outdoor science projects.

Q2. What kinds of makeup or intervention programs are available for students who are not doing well in school?

Ans. Through its Title I services, Spalding Park offers small-group interventions, after-school tutoring, and summer learning programs.

Q3. Does the school have a group of parents and teachers or volunteers?

Ans. Yes, parents can get involved with the school's PTO or volunteer in the classroom, at school events, as guest readers, or as activity leaders.

Q4. How does the school let parents know how their kids are doing in school?

Ans. Teachers often let parents know how their kids are doing through digital grade portals, parent-teacher conferences, and progress reports that come out every so often.

Q5 What kind of character or behavior education program does Spalding Park use?

Ans. The school teaches character education and uses a Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports (PBIS) framework to encourage responsibility, respect, and community.