Emmetsburg

West Elementary School provides flexible academic programs with emphasis on the development of basic learning and thinking skills. It offers classes in pre-kindergarten through grade six. The school s academic curriculum includes classes in physical education and reading. West Elementary School also maintains a library that provides a range of print and electronic resources. The school employs a librarian, counselor, nurse and physical education coach, as well as custodian staff members. It is governed by Emmetsburg Community Schools, which additionally manages middle and high schools. West Elementary School is located in Emmetsburg, Iowa.

Iowa Lakes Community College, located in Emmetsburg, Iowa, offers a wide range of educational and extracurricular programs for students. It provides academic programs to students in technical and vocational courses, continuing education classes, and full- and part-time courses. The college offers primary education in relicensure courses, adult basic education, high school diplomas, and single-parent, retired and senior volunteer and short-term vocational training programs. It provides a variety of academic programs in agribusiness technology, biomass energy processing, administrative assistance, graphic design and technology, and journalism and photography. The college assists students by providing financial aid, scholarships, study materials and online tuitions. Iowa Lakes Community College is approved by the Iowa Department of Education and Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

The Ruthven-Ayrshire Community School provides educational services for students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. It conducts field trips, as well as extracurricular activities that include choir and band. The school also operates a student council. The Ruthven-Ayrshire Community School s sports activities include track and field, baseball and softball. It offers classes in math, physical education, social studies and English. The school also provides Title I and reading recovery programs. The Ruthven-Ayrshire Community School maintains a booster club and organizes board meetings.