For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 665 students in Boone, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Boone, IA is United Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Boone, IA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Boone have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Boone, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
United Community School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1284 U Ave
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 432-5319
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 432-5319
Gr: PK-6 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
1805 Hancock Drive
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0750
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0750
Gr: PK-1 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Boone, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Boone, IA include United Community School.
How many public preschools are located in Boone?
2 public preschools are located in Boone.
What is the racial composition of students in Boone?
Boone public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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