For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 74 students in Stratford, IA.
The top-ranked public school in Stratford, IA is Stratford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stratford, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Stratford have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Stratford, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stratford Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Shakespeare Ave
Stratford, IA 50249
(515) 838-2208
Stratford, IA 50249
(515) 838-2208
Gr: PK-6 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Stratford, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Stratford, IA include Stratford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Stratford?
1 public schools are located in Stratford.
What is the racial composition of students in Stratford?
Stratford public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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