For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 181 students in Dexter, IA.
The top ranked public school in Dexter, IA is Dexter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dexter, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Dexter have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dexter, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dexter Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
803 Washington Street
Dexter, IA 50070
(515) 789-4480
Dexter, IA 50070
(515) 789-4480
Grades: 3-5
| 181 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dexter, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Dexter, IA include Dexter Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dexter?
1 public schools are located in Dexter.
What is the racial composition of students in Dexter?
Dexter public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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