For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 802 students in Evansdale, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Evansdale, IA are Poyner Elementary School and Bunger Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Evansdale, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Evansdale have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Evansdale, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Poyner Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1138 Central Ave
Evansdale, IA 50707
(319) 433-1534
Evansdale, IA 50707
(319) 433-1534
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Bunger Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
157 S Roosevelt Rd
Evansdale, IA 50707
(319) 433-2550
Evansdale, IA 50707
(319) 433-2550
Gr: 6-8 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Evansdale, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Evansdale, IA include Poyner Elementary School and Bunger Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Evansdale?
2 public schools are located in Evansdale.
What is the racial composition of students in Evansdale?
Evansdale public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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