For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 328 students in Primghar, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Primghar, IA is South O'brien Elementary School - Primghar Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Primghar, IA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Primghar have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Primghar, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South O'brien Elementary School - Primghar Center
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
155 3rd St Ne
Primghar, IA 51245
(712) 957-3755
Primghar, IA 51245
(712) 957-3755
Gr: PK-6 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Primghar, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Primghar, IA include South O'brien Elementary School - Primghar Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in Primghar?
1 public elementary schools are located in Primghar.
What is the racial composition of students in Primghar?
Primghar public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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