For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,477 students in Solon, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Solon, IA are Solon High School, Solon Middle School and Lakeview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Solon, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Solon have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Solon, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Solon High School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
600 W. 5th Street
Solon, IA 52333
(319) 624-3401
Solon, IA 52333
(319) 624-3401
Gr: 9-12 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Solon Middle School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1775 Racine Ave.
Solon, IA 52333
(319) 624-2381
Solon, IA 52333
(319) 624-2381
Gr: 6-8 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
111 N Chabal St
Solon, IA 52333
(319) 624-3401
Solon, IA 52333
(319) 624-3401
Gr: PK-3 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Solon Intermediate
(Math: 66% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 West 5th St.
Solon, IA 52333
(319) 624-3401
Solon, IA 52333
(319) 624-3401
Gr: 4-5 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Solon, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Solon, IA include Solon High School, Solon Middle School and Lakeview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Solon?
4 public schools are located in Solon.
What is the racial composition of students in Solon?
Solon public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Solon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Solon include: Solon Middle School vs. Solon High School
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