For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 87 students in 51638, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in 51638, IA is Essex Junior-senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 51638 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 51638, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 51638 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Essex Junior-senior High School, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51638, IA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Essex Junior-senior High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
111 Forbes St
Essex, IA 51638
(712) 379-3115
Essex, IA 51638
(712) 379-3115
Gr: 6-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 51638, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 51638, IA include Essex Junior-senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 51638?
1 public high schools are located in 51638.
What is the racial composition of students in 51638?
51638 public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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