For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 753 students in Polk City, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Polk City, IA is North Polk West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Polk City, IA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 88% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Polk City have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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 Polk City, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Polk West Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1400 W Broadway
Polk City, IA 50226
(515) 984-3400
Polk City, IA 50226
(515) 984-3400
Gr: PK-2 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
340 E Vista Lake Drive
Polk City, IA 50226
(515) 984-3400
Polk City, IA 50226
(515) 984-3400
Gr: 3-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Polk City, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Polk City, IA include North Polk West Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Polk City?
2 public elementary schools are located in Polk City.
What is the racial composition of students in Polk City?
Polk City public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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