For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 431 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Rock Rapids, IA (2026-27)
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 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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