For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 900 students in 52655, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 52655, IA are West Burlington Elementary School and West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52655 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52655, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52655, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Burlington Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
545 Ramsey St
West Burlington, IA 52655
(319) 752-8747
West Burlington, IA 52655
(319) 752-8747
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
408 W Van Weiss Blvd
West Burlington, IA 52655
(319) 752-8747
West Burlington, IA 52655
(319) 752-8747
Gr: 6-12 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
52655, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
408 W Van Weiss Blvd
West Burlington, IA 52655
(319) 752-7138
West Burlington, IA 52655
(319) 752-7138
Gr: 6-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 52655, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 52655, IA include West Burlington Elementary School and West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 52655?
2 public schools are located in 52655.
What is the racial composition of students in 52655?
52655 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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