For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 182 students in Elkader, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in Elkader, IA is Central Middle School/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elkader, IA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in Elkader have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Elkader, IA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central Middle School/high School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Elkader, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Middle School/high School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 1st Street Nw
Elkader, IA 52043
(563) 245-1750
Elkader, IA 52043
(563) 245-1750
Gr: 7-12 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Elkader, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Elkader, IA include Central Middle School/high School.
How many public high schools are located in Elkader?
1 public high schools are located in Elkader.
What is the racial composition of students in Elkader?
Elkader public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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