For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 356 students in Aurelia, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Aurelia, IA are Alta-aurelia Middle School and Aurelia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aurelia, IA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Aurelia have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Aurelia, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alta-aurelia Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 Ash St
Aurelia, IA 51005
(712) 434-5595
Aurelia, IA 51005
(712) 434-5595
Gr: 5-8 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Aurelia Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Ash St
Aurelia, IA 51005
(712) 434-5595
Aurelia, IA 51005
(712) 434-5595
Gr: PK-4 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Aurelia, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 Ash St
Aurelia, IA 51005
(712) 434-5595
Aurelia, IA 51005
(712) 434-5595
Gr: 9-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Aurelia, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Aurelia, IA include Alta-aurelia Middle School and Aurelia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Aurelia?
2 public elementary schools are located in Aurelia.
What is the racial composition of students in Aurelia?
Aurelia public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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