For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 68 students in 51342, IA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 51342, IA is Graettinger-terril Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 51342 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51342, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51342, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Graettinger-terril Middle School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
205 S Lincoln Ave
Graettinger, IA 51342
(712) 859-3286
Graettinger, IA 51342
(712) 859-3286
Gr: 6-8 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
51342, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 58
Graettinger, IA 51342
(712) 859-3286
Graettinger, IA 51342
(712) 859-3286
Gr: 6-8 | 54 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 51342, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 51342, IA include Graettinger-terril Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51342?
1 public elementary schools are located in 51342.
What is the racial composition of students in 51342?
51342 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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