For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,718 students in 51503, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 51503, IA are Hoover Elementary School, Lewis Central Middle School and College View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 51503 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51503, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51503, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1205 North Broadway
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6537
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6537
Grades: PK-5
| 406 students
Rank: #22.
Lewis Central Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3820 Harry Langdon Blvd.
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8252
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8252
Grades: 6-8
| 730 students
Rank: #33.
College View Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1225 College Road
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6452
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6452
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
Rank: #44.
Titan Hill Intermediate School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4125 Harry Langdon Blvd.
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8289
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8289
Grades: 2-5
| 910 students
Rank: #55.
Gerald W Kirn Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 North Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6454
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6454
Grades: 6-8
| 914 students
Rank: #66.
Lewis & Clark Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1603 Grand Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6471
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6471
Grades: PK-5
| 288 students
51503, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3601 Highway 275
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8381
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8381
Grades: 3
| 176 students
1735 North Broadway
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6452
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6452
Grades: PK-5
| 257 students
Kanesville High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
807 Ave G
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6510
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6510
Grades: 9-12
| 276 students
Pact (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
2614 Highway 191
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6459
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6459
Grades: 5-12
| 33 students
147 15th Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6463
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6463
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
207 Scott St
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6403
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6403
Grades: PK-5
| 180 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 51503, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 51503, IA include Hoover Elementary School, Lewis Central Middle School and College View Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51503?
6 public elementary schools are located in 51503.
What is the racial composition of students in 51503?
51503 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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