For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 642 students in 52580, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 40 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 52580, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 52580, IA are Pekin Elementary School and Pekin Community Junior/ Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52580 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52580, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52580, IA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pekin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1062 Birch Ave
Packwood, IA 52580
(641) 661-2351
Packwood, IA 52580
(641) 661-2351
Grades: PK-6
| 350 students
Rank: #22.
Pekin Community Junior/ Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1062 Birch Ave
Packwood, IA 52580
(319) 695-3705
Packwood, IA 52580
(319) 695-3705
Grades: 7-12
| 292 students
52580, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1062 Birch Ave.
Packwood, IA 52580
(319) 695-3707
Packwood, IA 52580
(319) 695-3707
Grades: 7-8
| 104 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 52580, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 52580, IA include Pekin Elementary School and Pekin Community Junior/ Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 52580?
2 public schools are located in 52580.
What percentage of students in 52580 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 52580 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52580?
52580 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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