For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 315 students in Newton, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Newton, IA is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newton, IA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Newton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Newton, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
112 Thomas Jefferson Dr
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-2498
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-2498
Gr: PK-4 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Newton, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1900 N 5th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7742
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7742
Gr: K-3 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Newton, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Newton, IA include Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Newton?
1 public preschools are located in Newton.
What is the racial composition of students in Newton?
Newton public preschools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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