For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 495 students in Eldon, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Eldon, IA is Cardinal Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Eldon, IA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Eldon have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Eldon, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cardinal Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5414 Hwy 16
Eldon, IA 52554
(641) 652-3591
Eldon, IA 52554
(641) 652-3591
Gr: PK-4 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Eldon, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Eldon, IA include Cardinal Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Eldon?
1 public preschools are located in Eldon.
What is the racial composition of students in Eldon?
Eldon public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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