Best 52208 Iowa Public Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 267 students in 52208, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 52208, IA is Longfellow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 52208 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 52208, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Best 52208, IA Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
707 7th St
Belle Plaine, IA 52208
(319) 444-3002
Gr: PK-6 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 52208 Iowa

52208, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
807 16th St
Belle Plaine, IA 52208
(319) 444-3137
Gr: 2-6
1509 9th Ave
Belle Plaine, IA 52208
(319) 444-3631
Gr: 7-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 52208, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 52208, IA include Longfellow Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 52208?
1 public preschools are located in 52208.
What is the racial composition of students in 52208?
52208 public preschools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

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