For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 672 students in Panora, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Panora, IA are Panorama Middle School, Panorama Elementary School and Panorama High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Panora, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Panora have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Panora, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Panorama Middle School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
701 W. Main
Panora, IA 50216
(641) 755-2317
Panora, IA 50216
(641) 755-2317
Gr: 6-8 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Panorama Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 Panther Drive
Panora, IA 50216
(641) 755-2021
Panora, IA 50216
(641) 755-2021
Gr: PK-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Panorama High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 W. Main
Panora, IA 50216
(641) 755-2317
Panora, IA 50216
(641) 755-2317
Gr: 9-12 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Panora, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Panora, IA include Panorama Middle School, Panorama Elementary School and Panorama High School.
How many public schools are located in Panora?
3 public schools are located in Panora.
What is the racial composition of students in Panora?
Panora public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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