For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 623 students in 52233, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 46 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 52233, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 52233, IA are Nixon Elementary School and Hiawatha Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52233 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52233, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52233, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nixon Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Nixon Dr
Hiawatha, IA 52233
(319) 558-2188
Hiawatha, IA 52233
(319) 558-2188
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Hiawatha Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
603 Emmons St
Hiawatha, IA 52233
(319) 558-2172
Hiawatha, IA 52233
(319) 558-2172
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 52233, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52233, IA include Nixon Elementary School and Hiawatha Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 52233?
2 public schools are located in 52233.
What percentage of students in 52233 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 52233 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52233?
52233 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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