For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 518 students in 52653, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 52653, IA are Wapello Elementary School, Wapello Junior High School and Wapello Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52653 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52653, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52653, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wapello Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
505 N Cedar
Wapello, IA 52653
(319) 523-5571
Wapello, IA 52653
(319) 523-5571
Gr: PK-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Wapello Junior High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 Buchanan St
Wapello, IA 52653
(319) 523-8131
Wapello, IA 52653
(319) 523-8131
Gr: 6-8 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Wapello Senior High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 Buchanan St
Wapello, IA 52653
(319) 523-3241
Wapello, IA 52653
(319) 523-3241
Gr: 9-12 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 52653, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52653, IA include Wapello Elementary School, Wapello Junior High School and Wapello Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 52653?
3 public schools are located in 52653.
What is the racial composition of students in 52653?
52653 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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