For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 159 students in Alden, IA.
The top ranked public school in Alden, IA is Alden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alden, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Alden have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Alden, IA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alden Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
209 Center Street
Alden, IA 50006
(515) 859-3393
Alden, IA 50006
(515) 859-3393
Grades: PK-6
| 159 students
Alden, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P.o. Box 48
Alden, IA 50006
(515) 859-3394
Alden, IA 50006
(515) 859-3394
Grades: 7-12
| 122 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Alden, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Alden, IA include Alden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Alden?
1 public schools are located in Alden.
What is the racial composition of students in Alden?
Alden public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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