For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,107 students in 52554, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 52554, IA are Cardinal Junior High School, Cardinal Elementary School and Cardinal High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52554 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52554, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, 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 52554, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cardinal Junior High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4045 Ashland Road
Eldon, IA 52554
(641) 652-7531
Eldon, IA 52554
(641) 652-7531
Grades: 5-8
| 301 students
Rank: #22.
Cardinal Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5414 Hwy 16
Eldon, IA 52554
(641) 652-3591
Eldon, IA 52554
(641) 652-3591
Grades: PK-4
| 529 students
Rank: #33.
Cardinal High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4045 Ashland Rd
Eldon, IA 52554
(641) 652-7531
Eldon, IA 52554
(641) 652-7531
Grades: 9-12
| 277 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 52554, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 52554, IA include Cardinal Junior High School, Cardinal Elementary School and Cardinal High School.
How many public schools are located in 52554?
3 public schools are located in 52554.
What is the racial composition of students in 52554?
52554 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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