For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,694 students in 51503, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51503, IA are Lewis Central Middle School, Hoover Elementary School and College View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 51503 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51503, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51503, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lewis Central Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3820 Harry Langdon Blvd.
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8252
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8252
Gr: 6-8 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1205 North Broadway
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6537
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6537
Gr: PK-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
College View Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1225 College Road
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6452
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6452
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Titan Hill Intermediate School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4125 Harry Langdon Blvd.
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8289
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 366-8289
Gr: 2-5 | 901 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #55.
Lewis & Clark Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1603 Grand Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6471
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6471
Gr: PK-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
Gerald W Kirn Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 North Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6454
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-6454
Gr: 6-8 | 913 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 51503, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51503, IA include Lewis Central Middle School, Hoover Elementary School and College View Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51503?
6 public elementary schools are located in 51503.
What is the racial composition of students in 51503?
51503 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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