Best 52202 Iowa Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 857 students in 52202, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 52202, IA are Alburnett Elementary School, Alburnett Middle School and Alburnett Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52202 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52202, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

Best 52202, IA Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alburnett Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
131 Roosevelt Street
Alburnett, IA 52202
(319) 842-2261
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Alburnett Middle School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
131 Roosevelt Street
Alburnett, IA 52202
(319) 842-2263
Gr: 6-8 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Alburnett Senior High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
131 Roosevelt Street
Alburnett, IA 52202
(319) 842-2263
Gr: 9-12 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 52202, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52202, IA include Alburnett Elementary School, Alburnett Middle School and Alburnett Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 52202?
3 public schools are located in 52202.
What is the racial composition of students in 52202?
52202 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

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