For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 718 students in 51301, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in 51301, IA is Spencer High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 51301 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 51301, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 51301 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Spencer High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51301, IA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spencer High School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 E 3rd St
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 262-1700
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 262-1700
Gr: 9-12 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
51301, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
411 E 10th St Po Box 200
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 262-2882
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 262-2882
Gr: PK-K | 36 students Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 51301, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 51301, IA include Spencer High School.
How many public high schools are located in 51301?
1 public high schools are located in 51301.
What is the racial composition of students in 51301?
51301 public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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