For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 244 students in Ames, IA.
Ames, IA public preschools have a diversity score of 0.62, which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 0.46.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Ames, IA (2026)
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3012 Duff Avenue
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 268-2470
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 268-2470
Gr: PK | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public preschools are located in Ames, IA?
1 public preschools are located in Ames, IA.
What is the racial composition of students in Ames?
Ames public preschools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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