For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 420 students in 51535, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 51535, IA are Griswold Middle/high School and Griswold Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51535 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51535, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51535, IA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Griswold Middle/high School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
20 Madison St.
Griswold, IA 51535
(712) 778-2154
Griswold, IA 51535
(712) 778-2154
Gr: 6-12 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Griswold Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
20 Madison St.
Griswold, IA 51535
(712) 778-2154
Griswold, IA 51535
(712) 778-2154
Gr: PK-5 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 51535, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51535, IA include Griswold Middle/high School and Griswold Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 51535?
2 public schools are located in 51535.
What is the racial composition of students in 51535?
51535 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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