For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 564 students in 51579, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51579, IA are Woodbine Elementary School and Woodbine High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 51579 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51579, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51579, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodbine Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Weare St
Woodbine, IA 51579
(712) 647-2440
Woodbine, IA 51579
(712) 647-2440
Gr: PK-4 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Woodbine High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
501 Weare St
Woodbine, IA 51579
(712) 647-2227
Woodbine, IA 51579
(712) 647-2227
Gr: 5-12 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 51579, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51579, IA include Woodbine Elementary School and Woodbine High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51579?
2 public elementary schools are located in 51579.
What is the racial composition of students in 51579?
51579 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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