Best 51061 Iowa Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 155 students in 51061, IA.
The top ranked public school in 51061, IA is River Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 51061 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51061, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Best 51061, IA Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River Valley Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
100 South 5th St
Washta, IA 51061
(712) 447-6318
Gr: PK-5 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 51061, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 51061, IA include River Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 51061?
1 public schools are located in 51061.
What is the racial composition of students in 51061?
51061 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

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