For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 173 students in Mallard, IA.
The top-ranked public school in Mallard, IA is West Bend-mallard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mallard, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Mallard have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mallard, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Bend-mallard Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
300 3rd Ave Sw
Mallard, IA 50562
(515) 887-7821
Mallard, IA 50562
(515) 887-7821
Gr: PK-4 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mallard, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Mallard, IA include West Bend-mallard Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Mallard?
1 public schools are located in Mallard.
What is the racial composition of students in Mallard?
Mallard public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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