For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 580 students in Akron, IA.
The top ranked public schools in Akron, IA are Akron Westfield Middle School, Akron Westfield Elementary School and Akron Westfield Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Akron, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Akron have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Akron, IA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Akron Westfield Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
850 Kerr Dr
Akron, IA 51001
(712) 568-2020
Akron, IA 51001
(712) 568-2020
Grades: 6-8
| 139 students
Rank: #22.
Akron Westfield Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
850 Kerr Dr
Akron, IA 51001
(712) 568-3322
Akron, IA 51001
(712) 568-3322
Grades: K-5
| 249 students
Rank: #33.
Akron Westfield Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
850 Kerr Drive
Akron, IA 51001
(712) 568-2020
Akron, IA 51001
(712) 568-2020
Grades: 9-12
| 192 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Akron, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Akron, IA include Akron Westfield Middle School, Akron Westfield Elementary School and Akron Westfield Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Akron?
3 public schools are located in Akron.
What is the racial composition of students in Akron?
Akron public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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