For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,566 students in 52803, IA (there are 2 private schools, serving 495 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 52803, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 52803, IA are Eisenhower Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School and Sudlow Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52803 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52803, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52803, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eisenhower Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2827 Jersey Ridge Rd
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6350
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6350
Gr: K-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1716 Kenwood Ave
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6800
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6800
Gr: K-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Sudlow Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1414 E Locust St
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 445-5150
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 445-5150
Gr: 6-8 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Central High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1120 Main St
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-5400
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,288 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
902 E 29th St
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6450
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6450
Gr: K-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
116 E Locust St
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6750
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 723-6750
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 52803, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52803, IA include Eisenhower Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School and Sudlow Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 52803?
6 public schools are located in 52803.
What percentage of students in 52803 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 52803 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52803?
52803 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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