For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 293 students in Emmetsburg, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Emmetsburg, IA is West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Emmetsburg, IA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Emmetsburg have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Emmetsburg, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
602 Call St
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
(712) 852-4485
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
(712) 852-4485
Gr: PK-4 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Emmetsburg, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Emmetsburg, IA include West Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Emmetsburg?
1 public preschools are located in Emmetsburg.
What is the racial composition of students in Emmetsburg?
Emmetsburg public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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