For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,448 students in 52001, IA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 52001, IA are Eisenhower Elementary School, Irving Elementary School and Hoover Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 52001 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 52001, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52001, IA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eisenhower Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3170 Spring Valley Rd
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 552-3500
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 552-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Irving Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2520 Pennsylvania Ave
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 552-3800
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 552-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3259 St Anne Dr
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 552-3700
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 552-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Marshall Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1450 Rhomberg Ave
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 552-4100
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 552-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
555 Nevada Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 552-4050
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 552-4050
Gr: PK-5 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
Audubon Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
605 Lincoln Ave
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 552-3300
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 552-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #77.
Prescott Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1151 White St
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 552-4200
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 552-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 52001, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 52001, IA include Eisenhower Elementary School, Irving Elementary School and Hoover Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 52001?
7 public preschools are located in 52001.
What is the racial composition of students in 52001?
52001 public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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