For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 176 students in Lowden, IA.
The top ranked public elementary school in Lowden, IA is North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lowden, IA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lowden have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lowden, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
703 Park Avenue
Lowden, IA 52255
(563) 941-5383
Lowden, IA 52255
(563) 941-5383
Grades: PK-6
| 176 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Lowden, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Lowden, IA include North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lowden?
1 public elementary schools are located in Lowden.
What is the racial composition of students in Lowden?
Lowden public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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