For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 267 students in Alta, IA.
The top ranked public preschool in Alta, IA is Alta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alta, IA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 90% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Alta have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Alta, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alta Elementary School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1009 Main St
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1400
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1400
Grades: PK-4
| 267 students
Alta, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1009 Main St
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1401
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1401
Grades: 5-8
| 136 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Alta, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in Alta, IA include Alta Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Alta?
1 public preschools are located in Alta.
What is the racial composition of students in Alta?
Alta public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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