Best 50851 Iowa Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 527 students in 50851, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 50851, IA are Lenox Elementary School and Lenox High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50851 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50851, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50851, IA Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lenox Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
600 S. Locust St.
Lenox, IA 50851
(641) 333-2244
Gr: PK-6 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Lenox High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
600 S Locust St
Lenox, IA 50851
(641) 333-2244
Gr: 7-12 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 50851, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50851, IA include Lenox Elementary School and Lenox High School.
How many public schools are located in 50851?
2 public schools are located in 50851.
What is the racial composition of students in 50851?
50851 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

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