For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 820 students in Pella, IA.
The top ranked public preschools in Pella, IA are Lincoln Elementary School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pella, IA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Pella have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Pella, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1111 North Main Street
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-3970
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-3970
Grades: PK-3
| 334 students
Rank: #22.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
950 E. University St.
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4638
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4638
Grades: PK-3
| 486 students
Pella, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
401 Main St
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4638
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4638
Grades: K-3
| 171 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Pella, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in Pella, IA include Lincoln Elementary School and Madison Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Pella?
2 public preschools are located in Pella.
What is the racial composition of students in Pella?
Pella public preschools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Pella are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Pella include: Madison Elementary School vs. Lincoln Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School vs. Madison Elementary School
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