For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 388 students in Akron, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Akron, IA are Akron Westfield Elementary School and Akron Westfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Akron, IA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Akron have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Akron, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Akron Westfield Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
850 Kerr Dr
Akron, IA 51001
(712) 568-3322
Akron, IA 51001
(712) 568-3322
Gr: PK-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Akron Westfield Middle School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
850 Kerr Dr
Akron, IA 51001
(712) 568-2020
Akron, IA 51001
(712) 568-2020
Gr: 6-8 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Akron, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Akron, IA include Akron Westfield Elementary School and Akron Westfield Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Akron?
2 public elementary schools are located in Akron.
What is the racial composition of students in Akron?
Akron public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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