Best Iowa Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,538 students in Iowa, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Iowa, LA are Iowa High School and J. I. Watson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Iowa, LA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Iowa have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Iowa, LA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iowa High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
401 W Miller Ave
Iowa, LA 70647
(337) 217-4380
Gr: 6-12 | 1,007 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
J. I. Watson Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
201 E First St
Iowa, LA 70647
(337) 217-4670
Gr: PK-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Iowa, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Iowa, LA include Iowa High School and J. I. Watson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Iowa?
2 public elementary schools are located in Iowa.
What is the racial composition of students in Iowa?
Iowa public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).

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