For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 501 students in Elgin, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Elgin, IA are North Fayette Valley Middle School and Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elgin, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Elgin have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elgin, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Fayette Valley Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
23493 Canoe Rd
Elgin, IA 52141
(563) 422-3851
Elgin, IA 52141
(563) 422-3851
Gr: 5-8 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Valley Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
23493 Canoe Rd
Elgin, IA 52141
(563) 422-3851
Elgin, IA 52141
(563) 422-3851
Gr: PK-4 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Elgin, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
23493 Canoe Rd
Elgin, IA 52141
(563) 426-5551
Elgin, IA 52141
(563) 426-5551
Gr: 6-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
23493 Canoe Rd
Elgin, IA 52141
(563) 426-5551
Elgin, IA 52141
(563) 426-5551
Gr: 6-12 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elgin, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Elgin, IA include North Fayette Valley Middle School and Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Elgin?
2 public schools are located in Elgin.
What is the racial composition of students in Elgin?
Elgin public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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