For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 475 students in 51653, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 51653, IA are Fremont-mills Elementary School and Fremont-mills Middle And Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51653 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51653, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51653, IA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fremont-mills Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1114 Us Hwy 275
Tabor, IA 51653
(712) 629-6555
Tabor, IA 51653
(712) 629-6555
Gr: PK-6 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Fremont-mills Middle And Senior High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1114 Us Hwy 275
Tabor, IA 51653
(712) 629-2325
Tabor, IA 51653
(712) 629-2325
Gr: 7-12 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 51653, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51653, IA include Fremont-mills Elementary School and Fremont-mills Middle And Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 51653?
2 public schools are located in 51653.
What is the racial composition of students in 51653?
51653 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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