For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 307 students in 51050, IA (there are , serving 192 private students). 62% of all K-12 students in 51050, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 51050, IA are Remsen-union Elementary School and Remsen-union Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51050 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51050, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51050, IA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Remsen-union Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
511 Roosevelt St
Remsen, IA 51050
(712) 786-1101
Remsen, IA 51050
(712) 786-1101
Gr: PK-4 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Remsen-union Middle School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
511 Roosevelt
Remsen, IA 51050
(712) 786-1101
Remsen, IA 51050
(712) 786-1101
Gr: 5-8 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
51050, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
511 Roosevelt St
Remsen, IA 51050
(712) 786-1101
Remsen, IA 51050
(712) 786-1101
Gr: 9-12 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 51050, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51050, IA include Remsen-union Elementary School and Remsen-union Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 51050?
2 public schools are located in 51050.
What percentage of students in 51050 go to public school?
62% of all K-12 students in 51050 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 51050?
51050 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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