Best 52043 Iowa Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 479 students in 52043, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 52043, IA are Central Elementary School and Central Middle School/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52043 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52043, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 29% (majority Hispanic).

Best 52043, IA Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
400 1st Street Nw
Elkader, IA 52043
(563) 245-1472
Grades: PK-6
| 277 students
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School/high School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
400 1st Street Nw
Elkader, IA 52043
(563) 245-1750
Grades: 7-12
| 202 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 52043, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 52043, IA include Central Elementary School and Central Middle School/high School.
How many public schools are located in 52043?
2 public schools are located in 52043.
What is the racial composition of students in 52043?
52043 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

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