For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 136 students in 51525, IA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 51525, IA is Carson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 51525 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51525, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51525, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carson Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
330 Pleasant St
Carson, IA 51525
(712) 484-2291
Carson, IA 51525
(712) 484-2291
Gr: 3-5 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 51525, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 51525, IA include Carson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51525?
1 public elementary schools are located in 51525.
What is the racial composition of students in 51525?
51525 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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