For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 765 students in 51521, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 51521, IA are Ahstw High School, Ahstw Intermediate School and Ahstw Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51521 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51521, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51521, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ahstw High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
768 S Maple
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Gr: 9-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Ahstw Intermediate School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
768 S Maple St
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Gr: 4-8 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Ahstw Primary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
768 S Maple
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Gr: PK-3 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 51521, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 51521, IA include Ahstw High School, Ahstw Intermediate School and Ahstw Primary School.
How many public schools are located in 51521?
3 public schools are located in 51521.
What is the racial composition of students in 51521?
51521 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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