For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 843 students in Truro, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Truro, IA are Interstate 35 High School and Interstate 35 Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Truro, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Truro have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Truro, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Interstate 35 High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
405 E North St
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4818
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4818
Gr: 7-12 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Interstate 35 Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
445 East North Street
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4901
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4901
Gr: PK-6 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Truro, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Truro, IA include Interstate 35 High School and Interstate 35 Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Truro?
2 public schools are located in Truro.
What is the racial composition of students in Truro?
Truro public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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