For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 485 students in Stuart, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Stuart, IA are Stuart Elementary School and West Central Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stuart, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Stuart have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Stuart, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stuart Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
320 N.e. 3rd St
Stuart, IA 50250
(515) 523-1018
Stuart, IA 50250
(515) 523-1018
Gr: PK-2 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
West Central Valley High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3299 White Pole Rd
Stuart, IA 50250
(515) 523-1313
Stuart, IA 50250
(515) 523-1313
Gr: 9-12 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Stuart, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Stuart, IA include Stuart Elementary School and West Central Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in Stuart?
2 public schools are located in Stuart.
What is the racial composition of students in Stuart?
Stuart public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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