For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 736 students in Plymouth County, IA. The top ranked public preschools in Plymouth County, IA are Hinton Elementary School, Remsen-union Elementary School and Clark Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Plymouth County, IA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Plymouth County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Plymouth County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hinton Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
315 West Grand
Hinton, IA 51024
(712) 947-4327
Hinton, IA 51024
(712) 947-4327
Gr: PK-3 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Remsen-union Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
511 Roosevelt St
Remsen, IA 51050
(712) 786-1101
Remsen, IA 51050
(712) 786-1101
Gr: PK-4 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Clark Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 2nd Ave Nw
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-8121
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-8121
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Plymouth County 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
511 Roosevelt St
Remsen, IA 51050
(712) 786-1101
Remsen, IA 51050
(712) 786-1101
Gr: 9-12 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Plymouth County, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in Plymouth County, IA include Hinton Elementary School, Remsen-union Elementary School and Clark Elementary School. Plymouth County has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Iowa.
How many public preschools are located in Plymouth County?
3 public preschools are located in Plymouth County.
What is the racial composition of students in Plymouth County?
Plymouth County public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Why Single-Sex 51±¬ÁÏs are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
Teachers across the country are being accused of cheating on standardized tests, using erasers to conveniently change their students’ answers. However, are these teachers driven to cheat because the funding system is flawed?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
Recent deaths during field trips have parents and school officials questioning the safety of these excursions. Learn about these tragedies and what parameters should be in place to ensure a safe field trip.