For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 419 students in 51401, IA.
Public preschools in zipcode 51401 have a diversity score of 0.45, which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 0.46.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51401, IA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
525 East 18th Street
Carroll, IA 51401
(712) 792-8030
Carroll, IA 51401
(712) 792-8030
Gr: PK-2 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
51401, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Carroll Alternative School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1026 N Adams St
Carroll, IA 51401
(712) 792-8020
Carroll, IA 51401
(712) 792-8020
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 51401, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 51401, IA include Fairview Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 51401?
1 public preschools are located in 51401.
What is the racial composition of students in 51401?
51401 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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