For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 566 students in 52580, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 40 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 52580, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 52580, IA are Pekin Elementary School and Pekin Community Junior/ Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52580 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52580, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52580, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pekin Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1062 Birch Ave
Packwood, IA 52580
(641) 661-2351
Packwood, IA 52580
(641) 661-2351
Gr: PK-6 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Pekin Community Junior/ Senior High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1062 Birch Ave
Packwood, IA 52580
(319) 695-3705
Packwood, IA 52580
(319) 695-3705
Gr: 7-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
52580, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1062 Birch Ave.
Packwood, IA 52580
(319) 695-3707
Packwood, IA 52580
(319) 695-3707
Gr: 7-8 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 52580, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52580, IA include Pekin Elementary School and Pekin Community Junior/ Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 52580?
2 public schools are located in 52580.
What percentage of students in 52580 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 52580 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52580?
52580 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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