For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 565 students in 51247, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51247, IA are Rock Valley Middle School and Rock Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 51247 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51247, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51247, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rock Valley Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1712 20th Ave
Rock Valley, IA 51247
(712) 476-2701
Rock Valley, IA 51247
(712) 476-2701
Gr: 6-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Rock Valley Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1712 20th Avenue
Rock Valley, IA 51247
(712) 476-2701
Rock Valley, IA 51247
(712) 476-2701
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 51247, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51247, IA include Rock Valley Middle School and Rock Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51247?
2 public elementary schools are located in 51247.
What is the racial composition of students in 51247?
51247 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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