For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 204 students in Dow City, IA.
The top-ranked public school in Dow City, IA is Boyer Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dow City, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Dow City have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dow City, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Boyer Valley Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
212 School St
Dow City, IA 51528
(712) 674-3248
Dow City, IA 51528
(712) 674-3248
Gr: PK-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dow City, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Dow City, IA include Boyer Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dow City?
1 public schools are located in Dow City.
What is the racial composition of students in Dow City?
Dow City public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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