Sawyer Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

4316 Ontario St, Ames, IA

Ontario Neighborhood

Ames Community School District

371 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
11:1

Math Proficiency
73%

Reading Proficiency
73%

B-

Academics

B-

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

73%

Math Proficiency

73%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 11:1 Teachers 34	Full Time Teachers 34
Teachers in First or Second Year 30.1%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

362:1

Student Diversity

Male 53.1%	Female 46.9%
White 63.7%	Hispanic 12%
Black 9.2%	Two or more races 8.1%
Asian 7%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

10/17/2018

Great School. Great Community. Great Leadership. Our kids are in good hands at A/S.

5.0 parent

7/12/2017

I am very happy if kids behavior at home and I know their teachers are making the difference

5.0 parent

7/12/2017

Great school for my kids, the teachers are in the top with homework, behavior and bullying

5.0 other

7/12/2017

This is an excellent school in a very safe area. We have been pleased with the school thus far.

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List Price Range

$191K - $1.6M

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$309,125

Median Lot Size

10,454 Sq Ft

% Renters

40%

Average Household Income

$137,236

% of College Grads

80%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,459 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

10.1%

Homes for Sale

$268,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,195 Sq Ft

1019 Arkansas Ave

Welcome home to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch located in a quiet, established neighborhood in West Ames. Built in 1967, this home has been lovingly cared for and features a newer roof, a new water heater, and replacement windows installed approximately 10 years ago. The functional flo...

Mike Purcell

Friedrich Realty

(515) 489-4249

$520,000

3,596 Sq Ft

913 Garfield Ave
Unit 913/915/917/919

TWO duplexes side by side on one parcel. Must be sold together. Professionally managed and well maintained. Strong rental history and several long-term tenants. Each unit has an attached 1 car garage, in-unit laundry and 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. 2 units have screened porches and 2 have covered patios. Al...

Sarah Laaser-Webb

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$876,174

5 Beds
3 Baths
1,877 Sq Ft

5115 Greene St

Welcome to 5115 Greene St., a beautifully crafted 5-bedroom, 3-bath ranch in Sunset Ridge. With over 3,300 finished square feet, this home features quartz countertops, stained and painted cabinets, black slate appliances, and a large walk-in pantry. The open layout includes luxury vinyl plank floori...

Steve Carter Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames

$488,500

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,150 Sq Ft

909 Idaho Ave

Tucked into a tree lined setting in West Ames, this beautifully maintained 5 bedroom, 4 bath split level home offers space, comfort, and character across five distinct levels. The kitchen and dining area sit at an elevated vantage point overlooking the entrance and living room. The entry features a ...

Kathy Thompson Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames

$412,375

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,321 Sq Ft

631 Fremont Ave

Plan (Fremont). Introducing the beautifully designed Fremont ranch plan by Destiny Homes in Sunset Ridge community in west Ames-- now available with a finished basement for added space and versatility. This thoughtfully crafted home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the main level, with 1321 squa...

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$385,675

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,578 Sq Ft

621 Fremont Ave

Plan (Eastham). Welcome home to the beautifully crafted Eastham plan by Destiny Homes, located in Sunset Ridge in west Ames. This brand-new two-story home offers 1,578 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space that perfectly blends comfort, style, and functionality. With 3 spacious bedrooms ...

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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,321 Sq Ft

5434 Greene St
Unit 39474261

$1,550,000

9,884 Sq Ft

2907/203 W Campus St

Excellent investment opportunity just one block west of the ISU campus! This offering includes a single-family home and a 10-plex apartment building in a highly desirable location. Features include off-street parking, on-site coin-operated laundry in the 203 Campus Ave. building, and a strong rental...

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$327,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,322 Sq Ft

200 Westbend Cir

Tucked among the trees in Ames' sought-after Westwood neighborhood, this Buck-built contemporary home is one of those rare finds that feels like a private retreat while still being minutes from everything the west side has to offer. The striking angular roofline makes an immediate impression, and th...

Michelle Vogt RE/MAX Precision

$245,000

5 Beds
2 Baths
890 Sq Ft

3909 Toronto St

Great opportunity in Ames! 3 bedrooms on the main level and 2 additional lower-level bedrooms with egress windows. Previously configured as an upper/lower duplex, the layout provides excellent flexibility for multigenerational living, extended guests, or keep as a single-family home. Enjoy the peace...

Meleah Stuckey LPT Realty, LLC

$82,500

Land
0.35 Acres Lot

802 Phoenix Cir

Discover a rare opportunity to build your dream home on this exceptional 15,121-square-foot lot, ideally situated in a peaceful cul-de-sac. Nestled alongside Munn Woods and Emma McCarthy Lee Park, this property offers a unique blend of natural beauty, privacy, and charm. Surrounded by mature trees a...

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3.5 Baths
1,657 Sq Ft

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Homes for Rent

$999 - $1,249 per month

Alpine Manor Apartments
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,026 Sq Ft

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Ames, IA

Welcome to Alpine Manor Apartments – Peaceful Living in the Heart of Ames!Experience comfortable, affordable living at Alpine Manor Apartments, conveniently located at 1209 N Dakota Ave, Ames, IA 50014. Nestled in a quiet, park-like setting, Alpine Manor offers the perfect atmosphere for any...

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Campus West
2 - 3 Beds
1-2 Baths
850 Sq Ft

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Ames, IA

Three bedroom, one bathroom apartments feature 850 square feet of livable space, located 3 Blocks from Iowa State University's campus and State Gym. In a walkable distance, you will find community staples such as Mother’s Pub, West Street Deli, 1+1 Restaurant & Tea, State Gym, and more! These apartm...

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Wyndsor Terrace
Studio - 2 Beds
1 Bath
350+ Sq Ft

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Ames, IA

Wonderful Community in West Ames on Lincoln Way. It is conveniently located close to Iowa State but still far enough away that it is quiet. We offer studio 1 and bed units. Upgraded and non-upgraded options available. We want to make your living experience enjoyable so we have an on-site fitness ce...

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CORE Apartments
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1-2 Baths
531+ Sq Ft

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Total Property Management 125 Campus Ave.
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,230 Sq Ft

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Ames, IA

125 Campus Ave offers 4 bedroom apartments and is located close to the ISU Campus. Water, Sewer, Heat and Internet are INCLUDED with your rent. Parking is assigned and FREE! Call today to reserve your new home.

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1.5 Baths
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2 Beds
2 Baths
1,033 Sq Ft

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Unit SI FL2-ID1261671P
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2 Beds
2 Baths
1,033 Sq Ft

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2 Baths
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2 Baths
1,442 Sq Ft

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Iowa Story County Ames 50014 Ontario

Sawyer Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Ames, IA and is served by the Ames Community School District in Iowa. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 371 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 73% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 73% are proficient in reading. Sawyer Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $309,125. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ames Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Ames has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sawyer Elementary School.

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