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Best Oskaloosa Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,091 students in Oskaloosa, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 201 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Oskaloosa, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).

The top ranked public schools in Oskaloosa, IA are Oskaloosa Middle School, Oskaloosa High School and Oskaloosa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Oskaloosa, IA public schools have an score of 66% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Oskaloosa have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.

Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Oskaloosa, IA (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Oskaloosa Middle School

(Math: 69% | Reading: 71%)
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1704 N 3rd St
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-8308

Gr: 6-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%

Rank: #22.

Oskaloosa High School

(Math: 63% | Reading: 70%)
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1816 N 3rd Extension
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-3407

Gr: 9-12 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%

Rank: #33.

Oskaloosa Elementary School

(Math: 69% | Reading: 61%)
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1801 Orchard Ave
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-8092

Gr: K-5 | 896 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%

Rank: #44.

Oskaloosa Virtual Academy

(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
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1800 North 3rd Street
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-8345

Gr: 7-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%

Rank: n/an/a

Oskaloosa Early Childhood Center - Pk

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1521 Green Street
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 670-7700

Gr: PK | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Oskaloosa, Iowa

Oskaloosa, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Grant Elementary School (Closed 2006)

715 B Ave East
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-3022

Gr: K-5 | 257 students Minority enrollment: 4%

Jefferson Elementary School (Closed 2006)

601 S B St
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-4266

Gr: K-5 | 211 students Minority enrollment: 4%

Lincoln Elementary School (Closed 2006)

911 B Ave West
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-7462

Gr: K-5 | 138 students Minority enrollment: 9%

Webster Elementary School (Closed 2006)

508 S 7th St
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-7559

Gr: K-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Oskaloosa, IA?

The top ranked public schools in Oskaloosa, IA include Oskaloosa Middle School, Oskaloosa High School and Oskaloosa Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in Oskaloosa?

5 public schools are located in Oskaloosa.

What percentage of students in Oskaloosa go to public school?

91% of all K-12 students in Oskaloosa are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).

What is the racial composition of students in Oskaloosa?

Oskaloosa public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).