For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 654 students in Mediapolis, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mediapolis, IA are Mediapolis Middle School and Mediapolis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mediapolis, IA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Mediapolis have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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 Mediapolis, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mediapolis Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
725 N. Northfield
Mediapolis, IA 52637
(319) 394-3101
Mediapolis, IA 52637
(319) 394-3101
Gr: 6-8 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Mediapolis Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
725 N. Northfield
Mediapolis, IA 52637
(319) 394-3101
Mediapolis, IA 52637
(319) 394-3101
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Mediapolis, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mediapolis, IA include Mediapolis Middle School and Mediapolis Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Mediapolis?
2 public elementary schools are located in Mediapolis.
What is the racial composition of students in Mediapolis?
Mediapolis public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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