For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 312 students in Bussey, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Bussey, IA are Twin Cedars Elementary School and Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bussey, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Bussey have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bussey, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Twin Cedars Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2204 Highway G71
Bussey, IA 50044
(641) 944-5245
Bussey, IA 50044
(641) 944-5245
Gr: PK-6 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2204 Highway G71
Bussey, IA 50044
(641) 944-5243
Bussey, IA 50044
(641) 944-5243
Gr: 7-12 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bussey, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Bussey, IA include Twin Cedars Elementary School and Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Bussey?
2 public schools are located in Bussey.
What is the racial composition of students in Bussey?
Bussey public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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