For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 53 students in Royal, IA.
The top-ranked public school in Royal, IA is Clay Central-everly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Royal, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Royal have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Royal, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clay Central-everly Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
401 Church St
Royal, IA 51357
(712) 933-2241
Royal, IA 51357
(712) 933-2241
Gr: PK-6 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Royal, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 Church St
Royal, IA 51357
(712) 933-2241
Royal, IA 51357
(712) 933-2241
Gr: 5-8 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Royal, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Royal, IA include Clay Central-everly Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Royal?
1 public schools are located in Royal.
What is the racial composition of students in Royal?
Royal public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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