For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 277 students in Elkader, IA.
The top ranked public preschool in Elkader, IA is Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elkader, IA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Elkader have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Preschools in Elkader, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-6
| 277 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Elkader, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in Elkader, IA include Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Elkader?
1 public preschools are located in Elkader.
What is the racial composition of students in Elkader?
Elkader public preschools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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