For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,280 students in 52060, IA (there are , serving 158 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 52060, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 52060, IA are Maquoketa Community High School, Maquoketa Middle School and Briggs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52060 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52060, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52060, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maquoketa Community High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 Washington
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-2451
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-2451
Gr: 9-12 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Maquoketa Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 East Locust Street
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-4956
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-4956
Gr: 6-8 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Briggs Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 W Quarry St
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-4996
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-4996
Gr: 3-5 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
1003 Pershing Road
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-5157
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-5157
Gr: PK-2 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
52060, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Maquoketa Alternative Classroom High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
600 Washington
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-5279
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-5279
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 52060, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 52060, IA include Maquoketa Community High School, Maquoketa Middle School and Briggs Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 52060?
4 public schools are located in 52060.
What percentage of students in 52060 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 52060 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52060?
52060 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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