For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 452 students in Panora, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Panora, IA are Panorama Middle School and Panorama Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Panora, IA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Panora have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 Panora, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Panorama Middle School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
701 W. Main
Panora, IA 50216
(641) 755-2317
Panora, IA 50216
(641) 755-2317
Gr: 6-8 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Panorama Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 Panther Drive
Panora, IA 50216
(641) 755-2021
Panora, IA 50216
(641) 755-2021
Gr: PK-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Panora, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Panora, IA include Panorama Middle School and Panorama Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Panora?
2 public elementary schools are located in Panora.
What is the racial composition of students in Panora?
Panora 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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