For the 2026 school year, there are 2 alternative public elementary schools serving 671 students in Iowa.
The top-ranked alternative public elementary schools in Iowa are Woodward Academy and Expo Alternative Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Iowa alternative public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 69% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Alternative Public Elementary Schools in Iowa (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodward Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1251 334th St
Woodward, IA 50276
(515) 438-3150
Woodward, IA 50276
(515) 438-3150
Gr: 5-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Expo Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1410 Independence Ave
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1930
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1930
Gr: 6-12 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked alternative public elementary schools in Iowa?
The top-ranked alternative public elementary schools in Iowa include Woodward Academy and Expo Alternative Learning Center.
How many alternative public elementary schools are located in Iowa?
2 alternative public elementary schools are located in Iowa.
What is the racial composition of students in Iowa?
Iowa alternative public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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