For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 782 students in 52060, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 52060, IA are Maquoketa Middle School and Briggs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 52060 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 52060, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52060, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maquoketa Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 East Locust Street
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-4956
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-4956
Gr: 6-8 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Briggs Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 W Quarry St
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-4996
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-4996
Gr: 3-5 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
1003 Pershing Road
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-5157
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-5157
Gr: PK-2 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 52060, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 52060, IA include Maquoketa Middle School and Briggs Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 52060?
3 public elementary schools are located in 52060.
What is the racial composition of students in 52060?
52060 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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