For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 430 students in Rock Rapids, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Rock Rapids, IA is Central Lyon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rock Rapids, IA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Rock Rapids have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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 Rock Rapids, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Lyon Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1105 S Story
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Gr: PK-6 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rock Rapids, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1105 S Story
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Gr: 5-8 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Rock Rapids, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Rock Rapids, IA include Central Lyon Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Rock Rapids?
1 public elementary schools are located in Rock Rapids.
What is the racial composition of students in Rock Rapids?
Rock Rapids public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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