For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,829 students in 52803, IA (there are 2 private schools, serving 487 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 52803, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 52803, IA are Eisenhower Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School and Sudlow Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52803 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52803, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52803, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eisenhower Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2827 Jersey Ridge Rd
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6350
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6350
Gr: K-6 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1716 Kenwood Ave
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6800
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6800
Gr: K-6 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Sudlow Intermediate
(Math: 54% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1414 E Locust St
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 445-5150
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 445-5150
Gr: 7-8 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Central High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1120 Main St
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-5400
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,431 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
902 E 29th St
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6450
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6450
Gr: K-6 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
116 E Locust St
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6750
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6750
Gr: K-6 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
52803, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
318 East 7th
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 324-4462
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 324-4462
Gr: PK | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
1702 Main Street
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 326-4432
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 326-4432
Gr: PK-5 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
1702 Main Street
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 326-4432
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 326-4432
Gr: 6-8 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
1608 E Locust St
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6150
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6150
Gr: PK-6 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 52803, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 52803, IA include Eisenhower Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School and Sudlow Intermediate.
How many public schools are located in 52803?
6 public schools are located in 52803.
What percentage of students in 52803 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 52803 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52803?
52803 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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