For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 608 students in Underwood, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Underwood, IA are Underwood Middle School and Underwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Underwood, IA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Underwood have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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 Underwood, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Underwood Middle School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
601 Third Street
Underwood, IA 51576
(712) 566-2332
Underwood, IA 51576
(712) 566-2332
Gr: 6-8 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Underwood Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 Third Street
Underwood, IA 51576
(712) 566-2326
Underwood, IA 51576
(712) 566-2326
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Underwood, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Underwood, IA include Underwood Middle School and Underwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Underwood?
2 public elementary schools are located in Underwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Underwood?
Underwood public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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