For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 328 students in Primghar, IA.
The top-ranked public school in Primghar, IA is South O'brien Elementary School - Primghar Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Primghar, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Primghar have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Primghar, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South O'brien Elementary School - Primghar Center
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
155 3rd St Ne
Primghar, IA 51245
(712) 957-3755
Primghar, IA 51245
(712) 957-3755
Gr: PK-6 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Primghar, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Primghar, IA include South O'brien Elementary School - Primghar Center.
How many public schools are located in Primghar?
1 public schools are located in Primghar.
What is the racial composition of students in Primghar?
Primghar public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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