For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 430 students in 52246, IA.
The top ranked public preschool in 52246, IA is Ernest Horn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 52246 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 52246, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52246, IA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ernest Horn Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 Koser Ave
Iowa City, IA 52246
(319) 688-1115
Iowa City, IA 52246
(319) 688-1115
Grades: PK-6
| 430 students
52246, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
611 Greenwood Dr
Iowa City, IA 52246
(319) 688-1155
Iowa City, IA 52246
(319) 688-1155
Grades: PK-6
| 289 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 52246, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in 52246, IA include Ernest Horn Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 52246?
1 public preschools are located in 52246.
What is the racial composition of students in 52246?
52246 public preschools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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