For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 284 students in 52042, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 52042, IA is Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 52042 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 52042, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52042, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
409 East St
Edgewood, IA 52042
(563) 856-2415
Edgewood, IA 52042
(563) 856-2415
Gr: PK-6 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 52042, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 52042, IA include Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 52042?
1 public elementary schools are located in 52042.
What is the racial composition of students in 52042?
52042 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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