For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 329 students in Alton, IA (there are 2 private schools, serving 112 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in Alton, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public school in Alton, IA is Moc-floyd Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alton, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Alton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Alton, IA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1104 5th Ave
Alton, IA 51003
(712) 756-4128
Alton, IA 51003
(712) 756-4128
Grades: 6-8
| 329 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Alton, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Alton, IA include Moc-floyd Valley Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Alton?
1 public schools are located in Alton.
What percentage of students in Alton go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in Alton are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Alton?
Alton public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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