For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,718 students in 51503, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 51503, IA are Lewis Central Middle School, Hoover Elementary School and College View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 51503 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51503, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51503, IA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lewis Central Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3820 Harry Langdon Blvd.
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8252
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8252
Gr: 6-8 | 730 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1205 North Broadway
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6537
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6537
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
College View Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1225 College Road
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6452
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6452
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Titan Hill Intermediate School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4125 Harry Langdon Blvd.
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8289
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8289
Gr: 2-5 | 910 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #55.
Lewis & Clark Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1603 Grand Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6471
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6471
Gr: PK-5 | 288 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #66.
Gerald W Kirn Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 North Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6454
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6454
Gr: 6-8 | 914 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
51503, Iowa ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3601 Highway 275
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8381
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8381
Gr: 3 | 176 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
1735 North Broadway
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6452
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6452
Gr: PK-5 | 257 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Kanesville High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
807 Ave G
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6510
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6510
Gr: 9-12 | 276 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Pact (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
2614 Highway 191
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6459
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6459
Gr: 5-12 | 33 students
207 Scott St
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6403
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6403
Gr: PK-5 | 180 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 51503, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 51503, IA include Lewis Central Middle School, Hoover Elementary School and College View Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51503?
6 public elementary schools are located in 51503.
What is the racial composition of students in 51503?
51503 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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