For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 390 students in 52327, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 52327, IA are Highland Middle School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 52327 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 52327, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 52327, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Middle School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1715 Vine Avenue
Riverside, IA 52327
(319) 648-2891
Riverside, IA 52327
(319) 648-2891
Gr: 6-8 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
220 Schnoebelen Street
Riverside, IA 52327
(319) 648-2821
Riverside, IA 52327
(319) 648-2821
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
52327, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1715 Vine Avenue Box B
Riverside, IA 52327
(319) 648-2891
Riverside, IA 52327
(319) 648-2891
Gr: 9-12 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 52327, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 52327, IA include Highland Middle School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 52327?
2 public elementary schools are located in 52327.
What is the racial composition of students in 52327?
52327 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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