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Best Alden Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 148 students in Alden, IA.

The top-ranked public school in Alden, IA is Alden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Alden, IA public school have an score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Alden have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.

Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Alden, IA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Alden Elementary School

(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
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Bottom 50%

209 Center Street
Alden, IA 50006
(515) 859-3393

Gr: PK-6 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Alden, IA?

The top-ranked public schools in Alden, IA include Alden Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in Alden?

1 public schools are located in Alden.

What is the racial composition of students in Alden?

Alden public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).