For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 181 students in Dexter, IA.
The top-ranked public school in Dexter, IA is Dexter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dexter, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Dexter have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dexter, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dexter Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
803 Washington Street
Dexter, IA 50070
(515) 789-4480
Dexter, IA 50070
(515) 789-4480
Gr: 3-5 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dexter, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Dexter, IA include Dexter Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dexter?
1 public schools are located in Dexter.
What is the racial composition of students in Dexter?
Dexter public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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