For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 436 students in 51535, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 51535 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51535, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51535, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 51535, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51535, IA include Griswold Middle/high School and Griswold Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51535?
2 public elementary schools are located in 51535.
What is the racial composition of students in 51535?
51535 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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