For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,271 students in Epworth, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Epworth, IA are Epworth Elementary School and Western Dubuque High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Epworth, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Epworth have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Epworth, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Epworth Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 Jacoby Drive E
Epworth, IA 52045
(563) 663-9469
Epworth, IA 52045
(563) 663-9469
Gr: PK-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Western Dubuque High School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
302 5th Ave Sw
Epworth, IA 52045
(563) 258-4030
Epworth, IA 52045
(563) 258-4030
Gr: 9-12 | 897 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Epworth, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Epworth, IA include Epworth Elementary School and Western Dubuque High School.
How many public schools are located in Epworth?
2 public schools are located in Epworth.
What is the racial composition of students in Epworth?
Epworth public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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