For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 182 students in Mapleton, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Mapleton, IA is Mapleton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mapleton, IA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Mapleton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Mapleton, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mapleton Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 South 7th
Mapleton, IA 51034
(712) 881-1319
Mapleton, IA 51034
(712) 881-1319
Gr: PK-5 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Mapleton, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mapleton, IA include Mapleton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Mapleton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Mapleton.
What is the racial composition of students in Mapleton?
Mapleton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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