For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 429 students in Barnum, IA.
The top ranked public school in Barnum, IA is Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barnum, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Barnum have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Barnum, IA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
303 Pierce Street
Barnum, IA 50518
(515) 542-3211
Barnum, IA 50518
(515) 542-3211
Grades: PK-6
| 429 students
Barnum, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
303 Pierce St P.o. Box 169
Barnum, IA 50518
(515) 542-3211
Barnum, IA 50518
(515) 542-3211
Grades: 5-8
| 193 students
303 Pierce St
Barnum, IA 50518
(515) 542-3211
Barnum, IA 50518
(515) 542-3211
Grades: 5-8
| 195 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Barnum, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Barnum, IA include Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Barnum?
1 public schools are located in Barnum.
What is the racial composition of students in Barnum?
Barnum public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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