For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 267 students in Alta, IA.
The top ranked public elementary school in Alta, IA is Alta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alta, IA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Alta have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Alta, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alta Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1009 Main St
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1400
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1400
Grades: PK-4
| 267 students
Alta, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1009 Main St
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1401
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1401
Grades: 5-8
| 136 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Alta, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Alta, IA include Alta Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Alta?
1 public elementary schools are located in Alta.
What is the racial composition of students in Alta?
Alta public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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