For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 281 students in 51449, IA.
The top ranked public school in 51449, IA is South Central Calhoun High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø school in zipcode 51449 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51449, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51449, IA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Central Calhoun High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
709 W Main St
Lake City, IA 51449
(712) 464-7211
Lake City, IA 51449
(712) 464-7211
Grades: 9-12
| 281 students
51449, Iowa ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
510 E North St
Lake City, IA 51449
(712) 464-3091
Lake City, IA 51449
(712) 464-3091
Grades: K-3
| 130 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 51449, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 51449, IA include South Central Calhoun High School.
How many public schools are located in 51449?
1 public schools are located in 51449.
What is the racial composition of students in 51449?
51449 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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