For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 320 students in Ossian, IA.
The top ranked public schools in Ossian, IA are South Winneshiek Elementary School and South Winneshiek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ossian, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Ossian have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Ossian, IA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Winneshiek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
208 E Brooks St
Ossian, IA 52161
(563) 532-9365
Ossian, IA 52161
(563) 532-9365
Grades: PK-4
| 191 students
Rank: #22.
South Winneshiek Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
208 E Brooks St
Ossian, IA 52161
(563) 532-9365
Ossian, IA 52161
(563) 532-9365
Grades: 5-8
| 129 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ossian, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Ossian, IA include South Winneshiek Elementary School and South Winneshiek Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Ossian?
2 public schools are located in Ossian.
What is the racial composition of students in Ossian?
Ossian public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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