For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 165 students in 51248, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 110 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in 51248, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 51248, IA is Hartley-melvin-sanborn Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 51248 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51248, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51248, IA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hartley-melvin-sanborn Middle School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
509 Main St.
Sanborn, IA 51248
(712) 930-3281
Sanborn, IA 51248
(712) 930-3281
Gr: 5-8 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 51248, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51248, IA include Hartley-melvin-sanborn Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 51248?
1 public schools are located in 51248.
What percentage of students in 51248 go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in 51248 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 51248?
51248 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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