Best Public Preschools in 52240 (Iowa City, IA) (2025-26)

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Best 52240 Iowa Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,510 students in 52240, IA.

The top ranked public preschools in 52240, IA are Herbert Hoover Elementary School, Alexander Elementary School and Mark Twain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public preschools in zipcode 52240 have an score of 54% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and score of 57% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 52240, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.

Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

Best 52240, IA Public Preschools (2025-26)

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(Math and Reading Proficiency)

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Rank: #11.

Herbert Hoover Elementary School

(Math: 68% | Reading: 73%)
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1355 Barrington Rd
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1110

Gr: PK-6 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%

Rank: #22.

Alexander Elementary School

(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
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3571 Sycamore St.
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1095

Gr: PK-6 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%

Rank: #33.

Mark Twain Elementary School

(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
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1355 Deforest Avenue
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1165

Gr: PK-6 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 66%

Rank: #44.

Grant Wood Elementary School

(Math: 41% | Reading: 45-49%)
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1930 Lakeside Dr
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1180

Gr: PK-6 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public preschools in 52240, IA?

The top ranked public preschools in 52240, IA include Herbert Hoover Elementary School, Alexander Elementary School and Mark Twain Elementary School.

How many public preschools are located in 52240?

4 public preschools are located in 52240.

What is the racial composition of students in 52240?

52240 public preschools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).