Best 51358 Iowa Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 147 students in 51358, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 51358, IA are Ruthven-ayrshire High School and Ruthven-ayrshire Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51358 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51358, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

Best 51358, IA Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ruthven-ayrshire High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1505 Washington St
Ruthven, IA 51358
(712) 837-5212
Gr: 7-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Ruthven-ayrshire Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1505 Washington St
Ruthven, IA 51358
(712) 837-5211
Gr: PK-6 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 51358, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51358, IA include Ruthven-ayrshire High School and Ruthven-ayrshire Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 51358?
2 public schools are located in 51358.
What is the racial composition of students in 51358?
51358 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

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