For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 331 students in Roland, IA.
The top-ranked public school in Roland, IA is Roland-story Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Roland, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Roland have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Roland, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roland-story Middle School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
206 S Main St
Roland, IA 50236
(515) 388-4348
Roland, IA 50236
(515) 388-4348
Gr: 5-8 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Roland, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Roland, IA include Roland-story Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Roland?
1 public schools are located in Roland.
What is the racial composition of students in Roland?
Roland public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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