For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,290 students in Carlisle, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Carlisle, IA are Hartford Upper Elementary School, Carlisle Elementary School and Carlisle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carlisle, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Carlisle have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Carlisle, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hartford Upper Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 N. Vine
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0316
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0316
Gr: 4-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Carlisle Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
430 School St
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0339
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0339
Gr: PK-3 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Carlisle Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
325 Scotchridge Rd
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0833
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0833
Gr: 6-8 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Carlisle High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
430 School St
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0831
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0831
Gr: 9-12 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Carlisle, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Carlisle, IA include Hartford Upper Elementary School, Carlisle Elementary School and Carlisle Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Carlisle?
4 public schools are located in Carlisle.
What is the racial composition of students in Carlisle?
Carlisle public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Carlisle are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Carlisle include: Carlisle Middle School vs. Carlisle Elementary School, Carlisle Elementary School vs. Carlisle High School, Carlisle Middle School vs. Carlisle High School
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