For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 166 students in 51439, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 51439, IA are Charter Oak-ute Elementary School and Charter Oak-ute Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51439 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51439, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51439, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charter Oak-ute Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
321 Main
Charter Oak, IA 51439
(712) 678-3325
Charter Oak, IA 51439
(712) 678-3325
Gr: PK-5 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Charter Oak-ute Junior High School
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
321 Main St
Charter Oak, IA 51439
(712) 678-3325
Charter Oak, IA 51439
(712) 678-3325
Gr: 6-8 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 51439, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51439, IA include Charter Oak-ute Elementary School and Charter Oak-ute Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 51439?
2 public schools are located in 51439.
What is the racial composition of students in 51439?
51439 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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