For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 621 students in Underwood, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Underwood, IA are Underwood Middle School and Underwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Underwood, IA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Underwood have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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 Underwood, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Underwood Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
601 Third Street
Underwood, IA 51576
(712) 566-2332
Underwood, IA 51576
(712) 566-2332
Grades: 6-8
| 206 students
Rank: #22.
Underwood Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 Third Street
Underwood, IA 51576
(712) 566-2326
Underwood, IA 51576
(712) 566-2326
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Underwood, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Underwood, IA include Underwood Middle School and Underwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Underwood?
2 public elementary schools are located in Underwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Underwood?
Underwood public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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