For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 276 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Traer, IA (2026-27)
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 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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