For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 554 students in 51240, IA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 51240, IA is West Lyon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 51240 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51240, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51240, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Lyon Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1787 182nd Street
Inwood, IA 51240
(712) 753-4917
Inwood, IA 51240
(712) 753-4917
Grades: PK-6
| 554 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 51240, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 51240, IA include West Lyon Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51240?
1 public elementary schools are located in 51240.
What is the racial composition of students in 51240?
51240 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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