For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 132 students in West Bend, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in West Bend, IA is West Bend-mallard Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Bend, IA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in West Bend have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in West Bend, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Bend-mallard Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 3rd Ave. Sw
West Bend, IA 50597
(515) 887-7831
West Bend, IA 50597
(515) 887-7831
Gr: 5-8 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
West Bend, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 3rd Ave Sw
West Bend, IA 50597
(515) 887-7821
West Bend, IA 50597
(515) 887-7821
Gr: PK-2 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in West Bend, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in West Bend, IA include West Bend-mallard Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in West Bend?
1 public elementary schools are located in West Bend.
What is the racial composition of students in West Bend?
West Bend public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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