For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,577 students in 52742, IA (there are , serving 199 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 52742, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 52742, IA are Central Dewitt Middle School, Central Dewitt High School and Central Dewitt Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52742 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52742, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52742, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Dewitt Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
425 E. 11th St.
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-0735
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-0735
Grades: 7-8
| 232 students
Rank: #22.
Central Dewitt High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
519 E. 11th St.
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-0715
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-0715
Grades: 9-12
| 543 students
Rank: #33.
Central Dewitt Intermediate School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1010 4th Ave. E.
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-4780
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-4780
Grades: 4-6
| 323 students
Rank: #44.
Ekstrand Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1140 15th St
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-0750
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-0750
Grades: PK-3
| 479 students
52742, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Central Alternative Program High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
519 East 11th St
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-0713
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-0713
Grades: 9-12
| 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 52742, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 52742, IA include Central Dewitt Middle School, Central Dewitt High School and Central Dewitt Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 52742?
4 public schools are located in 52742.
What percentage of students in 52742 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 52742 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52742?
52742 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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