Schools in Polk City, Iowa (2025)
2 schools · 753 students · 2 public · median Enrollment 396.
Polk City, in Iowa, has 2 schools in United States's 2025 data, together educating about 753 students. By level there is 2 elementary; by sector 2 public.
2 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (US). The highest-scoring is North Polk West Elementary School (88.1, top 5% of elementary schools nationally), followed by Big Creek Elementary (78.8, top 25% of elementary schools nationally). One school sits in the top 10% of United States for its type. Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare an elementary school with other elementary schools.
The largest schools are North Polk West Elementary School (396 students), Big Creek Elementary (357 students).
Ranked schools in Polk City
Ordered by Success Index (US). Rank positions shown on each profile are within United States and Iowa.
- 188North Polk West Elementary SchoolPolk City · Public Elementary87% Math proficiency · 396 students
- 279Big Creek ElementaryPolk City · Public Elementary9.8% Free/reduced-price lunch · 357 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (US) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Polk West Elementary School Polk City · Elementary · Grades PK–2 | Public | 88.1 Top 5% | 87% Math proficiency | 396 |
| 2 | Big Creek Elementary Polk City · Elementary · Grades 3–5 | Public | 78.8 Top 25% | 9.8% Free/reduced-price lunch | 357 |
Compare the top 2 schools in Polk City side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Polk City?
North Polk West Elementary School is the highest-ranked school in Polk City with a Success Index (US) of 88.1 out of 100 (Top 5% of elementary schools in United States).
How many schools are in Polk City?
Polk City has 2 schools (2 elementary) educating 753 students in 2025.
What is the typical Enrollment in Polk City?
The median Enrollment across schools in Polk City is 396. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.