For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 390 students in Walcott, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Walcott, IA are Walcott Elementary School and Walcott Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Walcott, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Walcott have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 Walcott, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walcott Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
545 E James St
Walcott, IA 52773
(563) 445-5200
Walcott, IA 52773
(563) 445-5200
Gr: K-6 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Walcott Intermediate
(Math: 56% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
545 E James St
Walcott, IA 52773
(563) 445-5200
Walcott, IA 52773
(563) 445-5200
Gr: 7-8 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Walcott, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Walcott, IA include Walcott Elementary School and Walcott Intermediate.
How many public schools are located in Walcott?
2 public schools are located in Walcott.
What is the racial composition of students in Walcott?
Walcott 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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