For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,236 students in Le Mars, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 534 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in Le Mars, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Le Mars, IA are Franklin Elementary School, Kluckhohn Elementary School and Le Mars Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Le Mars, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Le Mars have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Le Mars, IA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Franklin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 3rd Ave Se
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-4185
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-4185
Grades: K-5
| 282 students
Rank: #22.
Kluckhohn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1338 Central Ave Se
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-7064
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-7064
Grades: K-5
| 439 students
Rank: #33.
Le Mars Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
977 3rd Ave Sw
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-7022
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-7022
Grades: 6-8
| 488 students
Rank: #44.
Clark Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 2nd Ave Nw
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-8121
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-8121
Grades: PK-5
| 308 students
Rank: #55.
Le Mars High School
Magnet School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
921 3rd Ave Sw
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-4153
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-4153
Grades: 9-12
| 675 students
Rank: #66.
Individualized Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
940 Lincoln Street Sw
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-5858
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-5858
Grades: 9-12
| 44 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Le Mars, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Le Mars, IA include Franklin Elementary School, Kluckhohn Elementary School and Le Mars Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Le Mars?
6 public schools are located in Le Mars.
What percentage of students in Le Mars go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in Le Mars are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Le Mars?
Le Mars public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Le Mars are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Le Mars include: Kluckhohn Elementary School vs. Franklin Elementary School, Clark Elementary School vs. Franklin Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School vs. Clark Elementary School
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