For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 274 students in 51346, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 51346, IA is Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 51346 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 51346, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51346, IA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 3rd St Nw
Hartley, IA 51346
(712) 928-2020
Hartley, IA 51346
(712) 928-2020
Gr: PK-4 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
51346, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Northwest Iowa Charter High School (Closed 2011)
Charter School
300 North 8th Ave West
Hartley, IA 51346
(712) 928-3406
Hartley, IA 51346
(712) 928-3406
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 51346, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 51346, IA include Hartley-melvin-sanborn Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 51346?
1 public preschools are located in 51346.
What is the racial composition of students in 51346?
51346 public preschools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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