For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,472 students in 51537, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 120 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 51537, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 51537, IA are Harlan Community Middle School, Harlan High School and Harlan Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51537 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51537, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51537, IA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harlan Community Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2108 Durant Street
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-3196
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-3196
Gr: 6-8 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Harlan High School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2102 Durant
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-3101
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-3101
Gr: 9-12 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Harlan Intermediate School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1401 19th St
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-2725
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-2725
Gr: 3-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
2105 Durant St
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-5903
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-5903
Gr: PK-2 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
51537, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Harlan Community Flexible Education Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2712 12th St
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-2457
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-2457
Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 51537, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51537, IA include Harlan Community Middle School, Harlan High School and Harlan Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 51537?
4 public schools are located in 51537.
What percentage of students in 51537 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 51537 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 51537?
51537 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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