For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 554 students in 51240, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 51240, IA is West Lyon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 51240 have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 51240, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51240, IA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Lyon Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1787 182nd Street
Inwood, IA 51240
(712) 753-4917
Inwood, IA 51240
(712) 753-4917
Gr: PK-6 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 51240, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 51240, IA include West Lyon Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 51240?
1 public preschools are located in 51240.
What is the racial composition of students in 51240?
51240 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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