For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,091 students in Oskaloosa, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 201 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Oskaloosa, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Oskaloosa, IA are Oskaloosa Middle School, Oskaloosa High School and Oskaloosa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oskaloosa, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Oskaloosa have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Oskaloosa, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oskaloosa Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1704 N 3rd St
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-8308
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-8308
Grades: 6-8
| 430 students
Rank: #22.
Oskaloosa High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1816 N 3rd Extension
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-3407
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-3407
Grades: 9-12
| 620 students
Rank: #33.
Oskaloosa Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Orchard Ave
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-8092
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-8092
Grades: K-5
| 896 students
Rank: #44.
Oskaloosa Virtual Academy
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1800 North 3rd Street
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-8345
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-8345
Grades: 7-12
| 25 students
Rank: n/an/a
1521 Green Street
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 670-7700
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 670-7700
Grades: PK
| 120 students
Oskaloosa, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
715 B Ave East
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-3022
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-3022
Grades: K-5
| 257 students
601 S B St
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-4266
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-4266
Grades: K-5
| 211 students
911 B Ave West
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-7462
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-7462
Grades: K-5
| 138 students
508 S 7th St
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-7559
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 673-7559
Grades: K-5
| 281 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Oskaloosa, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Oskaloosa, IA include Oskaloosa Middle School, Oskaloosa High School and Oskaloosa Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Oskaloosa?
5 public schools are located in Oskaloosa.
What percentage of students in Oskaloosa go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Oskaloosa are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Oskaloosa?
Oskaloosa public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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