For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 324 students in 52161, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 114 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 52161, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 52161, IA are South Winneshiek Elementary School and South Winneshiek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52161 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52161, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52161, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Winneshiek Elementary School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
208 E Brooks St
Ossian, IA 52161
(563) 532-9365
Ossian, IA 52161
(563) 532-9365
Gr: PK-4 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
South Winneshiek Middle School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
208 E Brooks St
Ossian, IA 52161
(563) 532-9365
Ossian, IA 52161
(563) 532-9365
Gr: 5-8 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 52161, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52161, IA include South Winneshiek Elementary School and South Winneshiek Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 52161?
2 public schools are located in 52161.
What percentage of students in 52161 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 52161 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52161?
52161 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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