For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 298 students in Stanton, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Stanton, IA are Stanton Elementary School and Stanton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stanton, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Stanton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Stanton, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stanton Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
605 Elliott Street
Stanton, IA 51573
(712) 829-2171
Stanton, IA 51573
(712) 829-2171
Gr: K-5 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Stanton High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
605 Elliott Street
Stanton, IA 51573
(712) 829-2162
Stanton, IA 51573
(712) 829-2162
Gr: 6-12 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Stanton, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Stanton, IA include Stanton Elementary School and Stanton High School.
How many public schools are located in Stanton?
2 public schools are located in Stanton.
What is the racial composition of students in Stanton?
Stanton public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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