Best 51443 Iowa Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 393 students in 51443, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 51443, IA are Glidden-ralston Elementary School and Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51443 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51443, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Best 51443, IA Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Glidden-ralston Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
602 Idaho St.
Glidden, IA 51443
(712) 659-2205
Grades: PK-6
| 237 students
Rank: #22.
Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
602 Idaho
Glidden, IA 51443
(712) 659-2205
Grades: 7-12
| 156 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 51443, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 51443, IA include Glidden-ralston Elementary School and Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 51443?
2 public schools are located in 51443.
What is the racial composition of students in 51443?
51443 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

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