For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,474 students in 52627, IA (there are 2 private schools, serving 391 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 52627, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 52627, IA are Fort Madison Middle School, Fort Madison High School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52627 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52627, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52627, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fort Madison Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
502 48th Street
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-4687
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-4687
Grades: 4-8
| 686 students
Rank: #22.
Fort Madison High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Ave B
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-1862
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-1862
Grades: 9-12
| 561 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1326 Ave E
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-2896
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-2896
Grades: K-3
| 227 students
52627, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Fort Madison Alternative School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
1602 Avenue F, Ste. 1
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-8093
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-8093
Grades: 9-12
| 37 students
3301 Avenue L
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-2765
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-2765
Grades: PK-3
| 286 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 52627, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 52627, IA include Fort Madison Middle School, Fort Madison High School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 52627?
3 public schools are located in 52627.
What percentage of students in 52627 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 52627 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52627?
52627 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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