Best 51001 Iowa Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 576 students in 51001, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 51001, IA are Akron Westfield Elementary School, Akron Westfield Middle School and Akron Westfield Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51001 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51001, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

Best 51001, IA Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Akron Westfield Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
850 Kerr Dr
Akron, IA 51001
(712) 568-3322
Gr: PK-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Akron Westfield Middle School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
850 Kerr Dr
Akron, IA 51001
(712) 568-2020
Gr: 6-8 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Akron Westfield Senior High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
850 Kerr Drive
Akron, IA 51001
(712) 568-2020
Gr: 9-12 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 51001, IA?
How many public schools are located in 51001?
3 public schools are located in 51001.
What is the racial composition of students in 51001?
51001 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

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