For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,328 students in 51360, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 51360, IA are Spirit Lake Elementary School, Spirit Lake Middle School and Spirit Lake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51360 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51360, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51360, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spirit Lake Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
709 28th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
(712) 336-2822
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
(712) 336-2822
Grades: PK-4
| 568 students
Rank: #22.
Spirit Lake Middle School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
609 28th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
(712) 336-1370
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
(712) 336-1370
Grades: 5-8
| 364 students
Rank: #33.
Spirit Lake High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2701 Hill Ave
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
(712) 336-3707
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
(712) 336-3707
Grades: 9-12
| 396 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 51360, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 51360, IA include Spirit Lake Elementary School, Spirit Lake Middle School and Spirit Lake High School.
How many public schools are located in 51360?
3 public schools are located in 51360.
What is the racial composition of students in 51360?
51360 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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