For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 101 students in 51638, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 51638, IA is Essex Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 51638 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 51638, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51638, IA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Essex Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
111 Forbes St
Essex, IA 51638
(712) 379-3114
Essex, IA 51638
(712) 379-3114
Gr: PK-5 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 51638, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 51638, IA include Essex Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 51638?
1 public preschools are located in 51638.
What is the racial composition of students in 51638?
51638 public preschools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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