For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 699 students in 51249, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 51249, IA are Sibley Ocheyedan Elementary School, Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School and Sibley-ocheyedan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51249 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51249, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51249, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sibley Ocheyedan Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
416 9th Ave
Sibley, IA 51249
(712) 754-3636
Sibley, IA 51249
(712) 754-3636
Grades: PK-4
| 302 students
Rank: #22.
Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
120 11th Ave Ne
Sibley, IA 51249
(712) 754-2542
Sibley, IA 51249
(712) 754-2542
Grades: 5-8
| 189 students
Rank: #33.
Sibley-ocheyedan High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
120 11th Ave Ne
Sibley, IA 51249
(712) 754-3601
Sibley, IA 51249
(712) 754-3601
Grades: 9-12
| 208 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 51249, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 51249, IA include Sibley Ocheyedan Elementary School, Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School and Sibley-ocheyedan High School.
How many public schools are located in 51249?
3 public schools are located in 51249.
What is the racial composition of students in 51249?
51249 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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