Iowa City Comm School District

District Overview
Headquartered at 1725 N. Dodge Street in Iowa City, Iowa, the Iowa City Community School District serves as a premier educational foundation for families across the local metropolitan area. Situated in a dynamic small-city setting, this fully operational, traditional public school system oversees 28 individual school facilities providing comprehensive learning opportunities spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district offers an inclusive educational environment designed to foster academic growth, community engagement, and social development at every stage of a student's journey.

The district educates a vibrant student body of 15,013 scholars, reflecting a diverse community of learners across all grade levels. Supporting this enrollment is a dedicated workforce of over 5,000 full-time equivalent staff members, including approximately 2,173 classroom teachers, 414 instructional aides, and more than 2,418 support personnel. This extensive network of educators and staff ensures that students receive strong instructional backing and holistic support, establishing the district as a compelling subject of study for researchers and a well-resourced community for local families.
28
Total Schools
15,013
Total Students
2,173.4
Full-Time Teachers
6.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Iowa City Comm School District
Demographic Student Count
White7,495
Hispanic2,122
Black3,658
Asian714
Two or More919
American Indian17
Pacific Islander23
  • White
    7,495 (50.1%)
  • Black
    3,658 (24.5%)
  • Hispanic
    2,122 (14.2%)
  • Two or More
    919 (6.1%)
  • Asian
    714 (4.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    23 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    17 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Iowa City Comm School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary20
Middle3
High4
Other2
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:28
Students:15,013*
Teachers (FTE):2,173.4*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.9