For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,048 students in 51534, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 51534, IA is Glenwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 51534 have an average math proficiency score of 86% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51534, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51534, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glenwood Middle School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 Sivers Road
Glenwood, IA 51534
(712) 527-4887
Glenwood, IA 51534
(712) 527-4887
Gr: 6-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
901 N. Vine Street
Glenwood, IA 51534
(712) 527-4875
Glenwood, IA 51534
(712) 527-4875
Gr: PK-2 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
51534, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Building Bridges Elementary School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
400 Sivers Rd
Glenwood, IA 51534
(712) 527-3034
Glenwood, IA 51534
(712) 527-3034
Gr: 9-12
Glenwood Com Central School (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
103 Central St Suite 300
Glenwood, IA 51534
(712) 527-3536
Glenwood, IA 51534
(712) 527-3536
Gr: K-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 51534, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51534, IA include Glenwood Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51534?
2 public elementary schools are located in 51534.
What is the racial composition of students in 51534?
51534 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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