For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 352 students in 51040, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 51040, IA is West Monona Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 51040 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 51040, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51040, IA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Monona Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
611 4th Street
Onawa, IA 51040
(712) 433-1393
Onawa, IA 51040
(712) 433-1393
Gr: PK-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
51040, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1100 10th
Onawa, IA 51040
(712) 433-1056
Onawa, IA 51040
(712) 433-1056
Gr: 3-5 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
611 4th
Onawa, IA 51040
(712) 433-1393
Onawa, IA 51040
(712) 433-1393
Gr: PK-2 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 51040, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 51040, IA include West Monona Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 51040?
1 public preschools are located in 51040.
What is the racial composition of students in 51040?
51040 public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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