For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 133 students in 51048, IA.
The top ranked public school in 51048, IA is Pierson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 51048 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51048, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51048, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pierson Middle School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
321 4th St
Pierson, IA 51048
(712) 375-5939
Pierson, IA 51048
(712) 375-5939
Grades: 5-8
| 133 students
51048, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
321 4th Street
Pierson, IA 51048
(712) 375-5939
Pierson, IA 51048
(712) 375-5939
Grades: 5
| 42 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 51048, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 51048, IA include Pierson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 51048?
1 public schools are located in 51048.
What is the racial composition of students in 51048?
51048 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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