For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 477 students in Alta, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Alta, IA are Alta Elementary School and Alta-aurelia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alta, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Alta have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools 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%
Rank: #22.
Alta-aurelia High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1009 South Main Street
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1331
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1331
Gr: 9-12 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Alta, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Alta, IA include Alta Elementary School and Alta-aurelia High School.
How many public schools are located in Alta?
2 public schools are located in Alta.
What is the racial composition of students in Alta?
Alta public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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