For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 416 students in Polk City, IA.
The top ranked public preschool in Polk City, IA is North Polk West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Polk City, IA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Polk City have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Polk City, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Polk West Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1400 W Broadway
Polk City, IA 50226
(515) 984-3400
Polk City, IA 50226
(515) 984-3400
Grades: PK-2
| 416 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Polk City, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in Polk City, IA include North Polk West Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Polk City?
1 public preschools are located in Polk City.
What is the racial composition of students in Polk City?
Polk City public preschools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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