For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 477 students in 51537, IA.
The top ranked public high school in 51537, IA is Harlan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 51537 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 51537, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 51537 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Harlan High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51537, IA Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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 high schools in 51537, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 51537, IA include Harlan High School.
How many public high schools are located in 51537?
1 public high schools are located in 51537.
What is the racial composition of students in 51537?
51537 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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