Bettendorf Comm School District

Bettendorf Comm School District serves 4,066 students across seven schools in Scott County, Iowa, a suburban area near the Quad Cities. The district experienced a significant 14.8% enrollment decline from the prior year, representing a notable demographic shift requiring operational adjustment. With 309 teachers and a student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1, staffing levels remain below the state average class size.

Academic performance shows mixed results relative to state benchmarks. Math proficiency at 76.7% exceeds the state average of 73.1%, and reading proficiency at 76.5% marginally surpasses the state average of 75.2%. However, the graduation rate of 90.5% falls slightly below Iowa's 91.5% average. Chronic absenteeism at 17.4% represents a concern requiring intervention strategies.

The student population reflects moderate economic disadvantage, with 34.8% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The district serves 1.2% English learners and 10.6% students with disabilities. Racial composition is predominantly White at 68.3%, with Hispanic students comprising 13.8%, Black students 10.9%, and Asian students 2.2%.

Financial resources present constraints. Per-pupil spending of $8,328 trails the state average of $9,131 by approximately $803 per student. The $63.1 million total budget relies heavily on state funding at 51.7%, with 43.2% from local sources and 5.2% from federal resources. This revenue structure and lower per-pupil spending may limit programmatic flexibility amid enrollment decline.