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Best Rock Rapids Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 794 students in Rock Rapids, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Rock Rapids, IA are Central Lyon Elementary School and Central Lyon Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rock Rapids, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Rock Rapids have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Rock Rapids, IA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Lyon Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1105 S Story
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Gr: PK-6 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Central Lyon Secondary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1010 S Greene Street
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Gr: 7-12 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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Rock Rapids, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Central Lyon Middle School (Closed 2023)
1105 S Story
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Gr: 5-8 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Rock Rapids, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Rock Rapids, IA include Central Lyon Elementary School and Central Lyon Secondary School.
How many public schools are located in Rock Rapids?
2 public schools are located in Rock Rapids.
What is the racial composition of students in Rock Rapids?
Rock Rapids public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

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