For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,055 students in 52136, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 211 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 52136, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 52136, IA are Crestwood Elementary School and Crestwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52136 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52136, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52136, IA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crestwood Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 4th Ave East
Cresco, IA 52136
(563) 547-2001
Cresco, IA 52136
(563) 547-2001
Grades: K-6
| 423 students
Rank: #22.
Crestwood High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Schroder Dr
Cresco, IA 52136
(563) 547-2764
Cresco, IA 52136
(563) 547-2764
Grades: 7-12
| 580 students
Rank: n/an/a
1135 Canterbury St.
Cresco, IA 52136
(563) 547-5424
Cresco, IA 52136
(563) 547-5424
Grades: PK
| 52 students
52136, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1000 4th Ave East
Cresco, IA 52136
(563) 547-2300
Cresco, IA 52136
(563) 547-2300
Grades: 6-8
| 204 students
Crestwood Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
205 3rd Ave West
Cresco, IA 52136
(563) 547-2310
Cresco, IA 52136
(563) 547-2310
Grades: 9-12
| 15 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 52136, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 52136, IA include Crestwood Elementary School and Crestwood High School.
How many public schools are located in 52136, IA?
3 public schools are located in 52136, IA.
What percentage of students in 52136, IA go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 52136, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52136, IA?
52136, IA public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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