For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,552 students in 52742, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 200 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 52742, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 52742, IA are Central Dewitt Middle School, Central Dewitt High School and Central Dewitt Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52742 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52742, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52742, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Dewitt Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
425 E. 11th St.
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-0735
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-0735
Gr: 7-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Central Dewitt High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
519 E. 11th St.
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-0715
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-0715
Gr: 9-12 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Central Dewitt Intermediate School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1010 4th Ave. E.
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-4780
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-4780
Gr: 4-6 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Ekstrand Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1140 15th St
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-0750
De Witt, IA 52742
(563) 659-0750
Gr: PK-3 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 52742, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52742, IA include Central Dewitt Middle School, Central Dewitt High School and Central Dewitt Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 52742?
4 public schools are located in 52742.
What percentage of students in 52742 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 52742 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52742?
52742 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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