For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 528 students in Lenox, IA.
The top ranked public schools in Lenox, IA are Lenox Elementary School and Lenox High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lenox, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Lenox have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lenox, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lenox Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 S. Locust St.
Lenox, IA 50851
(641) 333-2244
Lenox, IA 50851
(641) 333-2244
Grades: PK-6
| 311 students
Rank: #22.
Lenox High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 S Locust St
Lenox, IA 50851
(641) 333-2244
Lenox, IA 50851
(641) 333-2244
Grades: 7-12
| 217 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lenox, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Lenox, IA include Lenox Elementary School and Lenox High School.
How many public schools are located in Lenox?
2 public schools are located in Lenox.
What is the racial composition of students in Lenox?
Lenox public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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