Best 52052 Iowa Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,890 students in 52052, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 52052, IA are Clayton Ridge Middle School and Clayton Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 52052 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 52052, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

Best 52052, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clayton Ridge Middle School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
131. S. River Park Drive
Guttenberg, IA 52052
(563) 252-1747
Gr: 6-8 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Clayton Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
502 W. Watson Street
Guttenberg, IA 52052
(563) 964-2321
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 52052, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 52052, IA include Clayton Ridge Middle School and Clayton Ridge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 52052?
3 public elementary schools are located in 52052.
What is the racial composition of students in 52052?
52052 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

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