For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 221 students in Irwin, IA.
The top-ranked public school in Irwin, IA is Irwin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Irwin, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Irwin have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Irwin, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Irwin Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 Eva Street
Irwin, IA 51446
(712) 782-3126
Irwin, IA 51446
(712) 782-3126
Gr: PK-3 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Irwin, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Irwin, IA include Irwin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Irwin?
1 public schools are located in Irwin.
What is the racial composition of students in Irwin?
Irwin public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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