For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 227 students in 51443, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 51443, IA is Glidden-ralston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 51443 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51443, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51443, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glidden-ralston Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
602 Idaho St.
Glidden, IA 51443
(712) 659-2205
Glidden, IA 51443
(712) 659-2205
Gr: PK-6 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 51443, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51443, IA include Glidden-ralston Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51443?
1 public elementary schools are located in 51443.
What is the racial composition of students in 51443?
51443 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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