For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 913 students in 52627, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 52627, IA are Fort Madison Middle School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 52627 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 52627, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52627, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Madison Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
502 48th Street
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-4687
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-4687
Gr: 4-8 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | 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
Gr: K-3 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
52627, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 9-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
3301 Avenue L
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-2765
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-2765
Gr: PK-3 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 52627, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 52627, IA include Fort Madison Middle School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 52627?
2 public elementary schools are located in 52627.
What is the racial composition of students in 52627?
52627 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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