For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,744 students in 52240, IA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 52240, IA are Herbert Hoover Elementary School, Longfellow Elementary School and Alexander Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 52240 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 52240, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52240, IA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Herbert Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1355 Barrington Rd
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1110
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1110
Gr: PK-5 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1130 Seymour Ave
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1135
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1135
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Alexander Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3571 Sycamore St.
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1095
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1095
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1355 Deforest Avenue
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1165
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1165
Gr: PK-5 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Grant Wood Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1930 Lakeside Dr
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1180
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1180
Gr: PK-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 52240, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 52240, IA include Herbert Hoover Elementary School, Longfellow Elementary School and Alexander Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 52240?
5 public preschools are located in 52240.
What is the racial composition of students in 52240?
52240 public preschools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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