For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 305 students in 51243, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 51243, IA are George-little Rock Elementary School and George-little Rock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51243 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51243, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51243, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
George-little Rock Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
134 1st Ave
Little Rock, IA 51243
(712) 479-2771
Little Rock, IA 51243
(712) 479-2771
Grades: PK-6
| 238 students
Rank: #22.
George-little Rock Middle School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 E Indiana Ave
Little Rock, IA 51243
(712) 475-3311
Little Rock, IA 51243
(712) 475-3311
Grades: 7-8
| 67 students
51243, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
134 1st Ave
Little Rock, IA 51243
(712) 479-2771
Little Rock, IA 51243
(712) 479-2771
Grades: 4-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 51243, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 51243, IA include George-little Rock Elementary School and George-little Rock Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 51243?
2 public schools are located in 51243.
What is the racial composition of students in 51243?
51243 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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