For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,951 students in 52501, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 52501, IA are Eisenhower Elementary School, Horace Mann Elementary School and Evans Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 52501 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 65% statewide average). Elementary schools in 52501, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52501, IA Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eisenhower Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2624 Marilyn Rd
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-5617
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-5617
Grades: K-5
| 235 students
Rank: #22.
Horace Mann Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1523 N Court St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-4661
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-4661
Grades: K-5
| 224 students
Rank: #33.
Evans Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
812 Chester Avenue
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-6511
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-6511
Grades: 6-8
| 1,051 students
Rank: #44.
James Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1001 N Benton
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-5411
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-5411
Grades: K-5
| 202 students
Rank: #55.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1102 E. 4th St.
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-5441
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-5441
Grades: K-5
| 327 students
Rank: #66.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
50 Traxler Drive
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 682-4502
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 682-4502
Grades: 2-5
| 562 students
Rank: n/an/a
307 W. Mary St.
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-4668
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-4668
Grades: K-1
| 275 students
Rank: n/an/a
1112 N Van Buren
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-6597
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-6597
Grades: PK-12
| 75 students
52501, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
608 East Williams
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-7179
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-7179
Grades: PK-5
| 257 students
Alternative School Ottumwa Community School District (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
907 Gateway Dr
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-1342
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-1342
Grades: 9-12
| 100 students
1306 West Williams
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 682-4502
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 682-4502
Grades: PK-5
| 258 students
438 Mckinley
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-1843
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-1843
Grades: K-5
| 348 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 52501, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 52501, IA include Eisenhower Elementary School, Horace Mann Elementary School and Evans Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 52501, IA?
8 public elementary schools are located in 52501, IA.
What is the racial composition of students in 52501, IA?
52501, IA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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