For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 430 students in Rock Rapids, IA.
The top ranked public preschool 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 preschool have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Rock Rapids have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Rock Rapids, IA (2025-26)
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 preschools in Rock Rapids, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in Rock Rapids, IA include Central Lyon Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Rock Rapids?
1 public preschools are located in Rock Rapids.
What is the racial composition of students in Rock Rapids?
Rock Rapids public preschools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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