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Best 52339 Iowa Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,249 students in 52339, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 52339, IA are South Tama County Elementary School and South Tama County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52339 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52339, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

Best 52339, IA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Tama County Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1611 Country Club Dr
Tama, IA 52339
(641) 484-3999
Gr: PK-4 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
South Tama County High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1715 Harding St
Tama, IA 52339
(641) 484-4345
Gr: 9-12 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
Meskwaki Settlement School
1608 305th St
Tama, IA 52339
(641) 484-9000
Gr: K-12 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 52339, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52339, IA include South Tama County Elementary School and South Tama County High School.
How many public schools are located in 52339?
3 public schools are located in 52339.
What is the racial composition of students in 52339?
52339 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

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