For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 241 students in 51046, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 81 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 51046, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 51046, IA is South O'brien Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 51046 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51046, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51046, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South O'brien Secondary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
307 W Groesbeck
Paullina, IA 51046
(712) 949-3454
Paullina, IA 51046
(712) 949-3454
Gr: 7-12 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 51046, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51046, IA include South O'brien Secondary School.
How many public schools are located in 51046?
1 public schools are located in 51046.
What percentage of students in 51046 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 51046 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 51046?
51046 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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