For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 912 students in 52046, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 274 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 52046, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 52046, IA are Drexler Middle School and Farley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52046 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52046, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 52046, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Drexler Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
405 3rd Ave Ne
Farley, IA 52046
(563) 663-9651
Farley, IA 52046
(563) 663-9651
Gr: 6-8 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Farley Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
405 3rd Ave Ne
Farley, IA 52046
(563) 663-9652
Farley, IA 52046
(563) 663-9652
Gr: PK-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 52046, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52046, IA include Drexler Middle School and Farley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 52046?
2 public schools are located in 52046.
What percentage of students in 52046 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 52046 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52046?
52046 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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