For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 238 students in 51243, IA.
The top ranked public preschool in 51243, IA is George-little Rock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 51243 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 51243, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51243, IA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
George-little Rock Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
134 1st Ave
Little Rock, IA 51243
(712) 479-2771
Little Rock, IA 51243
(712) 479-2771
Grades: PK-6
| 238 students
51243, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
134 1st Ave
Little Rock, IA 51243
(712) 479-2771
Little Rock, IA 51243
(712) 479-2771
Grades: 4-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 51243, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in 51243, IA include George-little Rock Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 51243?
1 public preschools are located in 51243.
What is the racial composition of students in 51243?
51243 public preschools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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