For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,743 students in Grimes, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Grimes, IA are North Ridge Elementary School, South Prairie Elementary School and Heritage Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Grimes, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Grimes have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Grimes, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
400 Nw 27th St
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 986-5674
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 986-5674
Gr: K-4 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
South Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
500 S James St
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 986-4057
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 986-4057
Gr: K-4 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Ne Beaverbrooke Blvd
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 300-9627
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 300-9627
Gr: PK-4 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Dallas Center-grimes Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1400 Vine Street
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 992-4343
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 992-4343
Gr: 5-6 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Dc-g Oak View
(Math: 81% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1300 Sw County Line Rd
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 986-0105
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 986-0105
Gr: 7-8 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #66.
Dallas Center-grimes High School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2555 W 1st St
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 986-9747
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 986-9747
Gr: 9-12 | 1,073 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #77.
Dallas Center Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1205 13th St
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 992-3838
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 992-3838
Gr: K-4 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Grimes, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Grimes, IA include North Ridge Elementary School, South Prairie Elementary School and Heritage Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Grimes?
7 public schools are located in Grimes.
What is the racial composition of students in Grimes?
Grimes public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Grimes are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Grimes include: South Prairie Elementary School vs. North Ridge Elementary School, North Ridge Elementary School vs. Heritage Elementary School, North Ridge Elementary School vs. South Prairie Elementary School
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