For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 492 students in Emmetsburg, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Emmetsburg, IA are West Elementary School and Emmetsburg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Emmetsburg, IA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Emmetsburg have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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 Emmetsburg, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
602 Call St
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
(712) 852-4485
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
(712) 852-4485
Gr: PK-4 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Emmetsburg Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 King Street
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
(712) 852-2892
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
(712) 852-2892
Gr: 5-8 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Emmetsburg, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Emmetsburg, IA include West Elementary School and Emmetsburg Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Emmetsburg?
2 public elementary schools are located in Emmetsburg.
What is the racial composition of students in Emmetsburg?
Emmetsburg public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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