For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 256 students in Alta, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Alta, IA is Alta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alta, IA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 90% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Alta have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Alta, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alta Elementary School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1009 Main St
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1400
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1400
Gr: PK-4 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Alta, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Alta, IA include Alta Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Alta?
1 public preschools are located in Alta.
What is the racial composition of students in Alta?
Alta public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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