For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 277 students in Elkader, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool 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 preschool have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Elkader have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Elkader, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-6 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Elkader, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Elkader, IA include Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Elkader?
1 public preschools are located in Elkader.
What is the racial composition of students in Elkader?
Elkader public preschools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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