For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,419 students in 52245, IA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,032 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 52245, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 52245, IA are Bohumil Shimek Elementary School, Iowa City High School and Helen Lemme Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52245 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 68% statewide average). Schools in 52245, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52245, IA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bohumil Shimek Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1400 Grissel Place
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1160
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1160
Grades: PK-6
| 196 students
Rank: #22.
Iowa City High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1900 Morningside Dr
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1040
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1040
Grades: 9-12
| 1,557 students
Rank: #33.
Helen Lemme Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Washington St
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1125
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1125
Grades: PK-6
| 376 students
Rank: #44.
Horace Mann Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
521 N Dodge St
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1145
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1145
Grades: PK-6
| 224 students
Rank: #55.
Robert Lucas Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
830 Southlawn Dr
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1140
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1140
Grades: PK-6
| 283 students
Rank: n/an/a
1725 N Dodge Street
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1000
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1000
Grades: PK-12
| 783 students
52245, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2200 E Court St
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1110
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1110
Grades: PK-6
| 297 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 52245, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 52245, IA include Bohumil Shimek Elementary School, Iowa City High School and Helen Lemme Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 52245, IA?
6 public schools are located in 52245, IA.
What percentage of students in 52245, IA go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 52245, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52245, IA?
52245, IA public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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