For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 188 students in 51638, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51638, IA are Essex Junior-senior High School and Essex Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 51638 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51638, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51638, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Essex Junior-senior High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
111 Forbes St
Essex, IA 51638
(712) 379-3115
Essex, IA 51638
(712) 379-3115
Gr: 6-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Essex Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
111 Forbes St
Essex, IA 51638
(712) 379-3114
Essex, IA 51638
(712) 379-3114
Gr: PK-5 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 51638, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51638, IA include Essex Junior-senior High School and Essex Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51638?
2 public elementary schools are located in 51638.
What is the racial composition of students in 51638?
51638 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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