For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 794 students in 51246, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 3,412 private students). 19% of all K-12 students in 51246, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 51246, IA are Central Lyon Secondary School and Central Lyon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51246 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51246, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51246, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Lyon Secondary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1010 S Greene Street
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Grades: 7-12
| 364 students
Rank: #22.
Central Lyon Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1105 S Story
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Grades: PK-6
| 430 students
51246, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1105 S Story
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Grades: 5-8
| 232 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 51246, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 51246, IA include Central Lyon Secondary School and Central Lyon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 51246?
2 public schools are located in 51246.
What percentage of students in 51246 go to public school?
19% of all K-12 students in 51246 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 51246?
51246 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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