For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 406 students in Atkins, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 150 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in Atkins, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public school in Atkins, IA is Atkins Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Atkins, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Atkins have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Atkins, IA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Atkins Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
217 4th Ave
Atkins, IA 52206
(319) 446-7525
Atkins, IA 52206
(319) 446-7525
Grades: PK-3
| 406 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Atkins, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Atkins, IA include Atkins Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Atkins?
1 public schools are located in Atkins.
What percentage of students in Atkins go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in Atkins are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Atkins?
Atkins public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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