For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 543 students in Marengo, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Marengo, IA are Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School and Iowa Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marengo, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Marengo have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Marengo, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
359 E Hilton St
Marengo, IA 52301
(319) 642-3332
Marengo, IA 52301
(319) 642-3332
Gr: 7-12 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Iowa Valley Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
151 E May
Marengo, IA 52301
(319) 642-3812
Marengo, IA 52301
(319) 642-3812
Gr: PK-6 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Marengo, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Marengo, IA include Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School and Iowa Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Marengo?
2 public schools are located in Marengo.
What is the racial composition of students in Marengo?
Marengo public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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