For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 425 students in Peosta, IA (there are , serving 210 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in Peosta, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in Peosta, IA is Peosta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Peosta, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Peosta 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 and Black), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Peosta, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peosta Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8522 Burds Rd
Peosta, IA 52068
(563) 663-9440
Peosta, IA 52068
(563) 663-9440
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Peosta, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Peosta, IA include Peosta Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Peosta?
1 public schools are located in Peosta.
What percentage of students in Peosta go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in Peosta are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Peosta?
Peosta public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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