For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 325 students in Newton, IA.
The top ranked public preschool in Newton, IA is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newton, IA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Newton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Newton, IA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
112 Thomas Jefferson Dr
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-2498
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-2498
Grades: PK-4
| 325 students
Newton, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1900 N 5th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7742
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7742
Grades: K-3
| 430 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Newton, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in Newton, IA include Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Newton?
1 public preschools are located in Newton.
What is the racial composition of students in Newton?
Newton public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
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