For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 277 students in Elkader, IA.
The top ranked public elementary school in Elkader, IA is Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elkader, IA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Elkader have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Elkader, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 1st Street Nw
Elkader, IA 52043
(563) 245-1472
Elkader, IA 52043
(563) 245-1472
Grades: PK-6
| 277 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Elkader, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Elkader, IA include Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Elkader?
1 public elementary schools are located in Elkader.
What is the racial composition of students in Elkader?
Elkader public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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