For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,763 students in Keokuk, IA (there are , serving 308 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Keokuk, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Keokuk, IA are George Washington Elementary School, Hawthorne Elementary School and Keokuk High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Keokuk, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Keokuk have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Keokuk, IA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George Washington Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
116 N 8th
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-1953
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-1953
Gr: 4-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2940 Decatur St
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-3503
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-3503
Gr: K-3 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Keokuk High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2285 Middle Rd
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-2542
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-2542
Gr: 9-12 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Keokuk Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2002 Orleans Avenue
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-3737
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-3737
Gr: 6-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
1721 Fulton Street
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-1402
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-1402
Gr: PK | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Keokuk, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
520 North 20th Street
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-0222
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-0222
Gr: 7-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
1402 S 7th
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-2460
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-2460
Gr: 1-5 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
918 Timea St
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-2581
Keokuk, IA 52632
(319) 524-2581
Gr: 1-5 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Keokuk, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Keokuk, IA include George Washington Elementary School, Hawthorne Elementary School and Keokuk High School.
How many public schools are located in Keokuk?
5 public schools are located in Keokuk.
What percentage of students in Keokuk go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Keokuk are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Keokuk?
Keokuk public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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