For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 284 students in Traer, IA.
The top ranked public elementary school in Traer, IA is North Tama Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Traer, IA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Traer have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Traer, IA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Tama Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
605 Walnut
Traer, IA 50675
(319) 478-2265
Traer, IA 50675
(319) 478-2265
Gr: PK-6 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Traer, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Traer, IA include North Tama Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Traer?
1 public elementary schools are located in Traer.
What is the racial composition of students in Traer?
Traer public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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