For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 143 students in Manly, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Manly, IA is Central Springs Elementary Manly Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Manly, IA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Manly have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Manly, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Springs Elementary Manly Campus
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
105 S East St
Manly, IA 50456
(641) 454-3283
Manly, IA 50456
(641) 454-3283
Gr: PK-3 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Manly, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Manly, IA include Central Springs Elementary Manly Campus.
How many public elementary schools are located in Manly?
1 public elementary schools are located in Manly.
What is the racial composition of students in Manly?
Manly public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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