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1 schools in Cambridge

Iowa · Public K-12

Parents in Cambridge have 1 public K-12 option when picking a school, with combined enrollment near 417 students (1 elementary).

4-year change in Cambridge

SY 2020-21 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
417
+42 (+11%) vs SY 2020-21
School count
1
0 (0%) vs SY 2020-21
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Residents
803
all ages · ACS 5-yr
Students
417
public K-12 · NCES
Schools
1
public K-12
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Ballard East ElementaryElementary03-05417

About Cambridge

Public education in Cambridge, Iowa runs across 1 schools that educates roughly 417 students. By footprint, Cambridge sits in the compact bracket.

Schools in Cambridge average about 417 students each, 11% above the Iowa norm.

Trend over the past 4 years. Across the same 4-year window, public-school enrollment rose 11%: 375 students in SY 2020-21 versus 417 in SY 2024-25.

On this page, the community for Cambridge discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Cambridge, Iowa?
There is 1 public K-12 school in Cambridge, with a combined enrollment of about 417.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Cambridge?
Cambridge has 1 elementary school.
What is the largest public school in Cambridge?
Ballard East Elementary is the largest public school in Cambridge by enrollment, with approximately 417 students.
What school districts serve Cambridge?
Cambridge public schools are operated by Ballard Comm School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Cambridge cover?
Public schools in Cambridge serve students from grade 3 through grade 5.