For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,360 students in 51503, IA.
The top ranked public high schools in 51503, IA are Lewis Central Senior High School and Abraham Lincoln High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 51503 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 51503, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 51503 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lewis Central Senior High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51503, IA Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lewis Central Senior High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3504 Harry Langdon Blvd.
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8322
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8322
Gr: 9-12 | 1,002 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Abraham Lincoln High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1205 Bonham Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6481
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6481
Gr: 9-12 | 1,358 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
51503, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3601 Highway 275
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8381
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8381
Gr: 3 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
1735 North Broadway
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6452
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6452
Gr: PK-5 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Kanesville High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
807 Ave G
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6510
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6510
Gr: 9-12 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Pact (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
2614 Highway 191
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6459
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6459
Gr: 5-12 | 33 students
207 Scott St
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6403
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6403
Gr: PK-5 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 51503, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 51503, IA include Lewis Central Senior High School and Abraham Lincoln High School.
How many public high schools are located in 51503?
2 public high schools are located in 51503.
What is the racial composition of students in 51503?
51503 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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