Waterloo Comm School District

District Overview
Located in the Waterloo-Cedar Falls metropolitan area, the Waterloo Community School District serves as an essential educational hub for its small-city community in eastern Iowa. Headquartered at 1516 Washington Street in Waterloo, this fully operational, traditional public school district encompasses 18 individual schools that deliver comprehensive learning opportunities from prekindergarten through 12th grade. During the 2024–2025 school year, the district educates 10,635 students, supporting a rich and diverse student body across early childhood centers, elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools.

To support its student population, the Waterloo Community School District maintains a robust workforce dedicated to instructional quality and operational support. The district employs approximately 3,558 full-time equivalent staff members, including over 1,583 teachers, 428 instructional aides, and nearly 1,546 support personnel who oversee administrative, counseling, and facility services. This strong educator and support structure ensures that students receive tailored academic guidance and well-rounded care throughout their school years. Families and researchers interested in learning more about the district's programs and community initiatives can contact the central office at (319) 433-1800 or explore their official web resources at www.waterlooschools.org.
18
Total Schools
10,635
Total Students
1,583.4
Full-Time Teachers
6.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Waterloo Comm School District
Demographic Student Count
White4,104
Hispanic1,526
Black3,039
Asian346
Two or More1,129
American Indian22
Pacific Islander468
  • White
    4,104 (38.6%)
  • Black
    3,039 (28.6%)
  • Hispanic
    1,526 (14.4%)
  • Two or More
    1,129 (10.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    468 (4.4%)
  • Asian
    346 (3.3%)
  • American Indian
    22 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Waterloo Comm School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary11
Middle4
High3
Other1
School Map
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:18
Students:10,635*
Teachers (FTE):1,583.4*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.7
Schools in Waterloo Comm School District
Found 19 Schools