For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 149 students in Terril, IA.
The top-ranked public school in Terril, IA is Graettinger-terril Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Terril, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Terril have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Terril, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Graettinger-terril Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 S. Schooley St.
Terril, IA 51364
(712) 853-6111
Terril, IA 51364
(712) 853-6111
Gr: PK-5 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Terril, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Terril, IA include Graettinger-terril Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Terril?
1 public schools are located in Terril.
What is the racial composition of students in Terril?
Terril public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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