For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 479 students in Elkader, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Elkader, IA are Central Elementary School and Central Middle School/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elkader, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Elkader have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elkader, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 1st Street Nw
Elkader, IA 52043
(563) 245-1472
Elkader, IA 52043
(563) 245-1472
Gr: PK-6 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School/high School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 1st Street Nw
Elkader, IA 52043
(563) 245-1750
Elkader, IA 52043
(563) 245-1750
Gr: 7-12 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elkader, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Elkader, IA include Central Elementary School and Central Middle School/high School.
How many public schools are located in Elkader?
2 public schools are located in Elkader.
What is the racial composition of students in Elkader?
Elkader public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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