For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 303 students in Winthrop, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Winthrop, IA is East Buchanan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Winthrop, 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 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Winthrop have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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 Winthrop, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Buchanan Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
414 5th St North
Winthrop, IA 50682
(319) 935-3660
Winthrop, IA 50682
(319) 935-3660
Gr: PK-6 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Winthrop, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
414 5th St North Po Box 40
Winthrop, IA 50682
(319) 935-3367
Winthrop, IA 50682
(319) 935-3367
Gr: 9-12 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Winthrop, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Winthrop, IA include East Buchanan Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Winthrop?
1 public elementary schools are located in Winthrop.
What is the racial composition of students in Winthrop?
Winthrop public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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