For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,498 students in 51537, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 93 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 51537, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 51537, IA are Harlan High School, Harlan Community Middle School and Harlan Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51537 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51537, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51537, IA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harlan High School
Magnet School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2102 Durant
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-3101
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-3101
Grades: 9-12
| 477 students
Rank: #22.
Harlan Community Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2108 Durant Street
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-3196
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-3196
Grades: 6-8
| 342 students
Rank: #33.
Harlan Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1401 19th St
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-2725
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-2725
Grades: 3-5
| 310 students
Rank: n/an/a
Harlan Primary
Magnet School
2105 Durant St
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-5903
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-5903
Grades: PK-2
| 369 students
51537, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Harlan Community Flexible Education Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2712 12th St
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-2457
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-2457
Grades: 9-12
| 16 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 51537, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 51537, IA include Harlan High School, Harlan Community Middle School and Harlan Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 51537?
4 public schools are located in 51537.
What percentage of students in 51537 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 51537 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 51537?
51537 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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