For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 394 students in Atkins, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 150 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in Atkins, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public school in Atkins, IA is Atkins Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Atkins, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Atkins have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Atkins, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Atkins Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
217 4th Ave
Atkins, IA 52206
(319) 446-7525
Atkins, IA 52206
(319) 446-7525
Gr: PK-3 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Atkins, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Atkins, IA include Atkins Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Atkins?
1 public schools are located in Atkins.
What percentage of students in Atkins go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in Atkins are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Atkins?
Atkins public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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