For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 316 students in Primghar, IA.
The top ranked public elementary school in Primghar, IA is South O'brien Elementary Sch 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 66%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Primghar have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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 Primghar, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South O'brien Elementary Sch 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
Grades: PK-6
| 316 students
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 Sch 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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