For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 466 students in 51002, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 51002, IA are Alta Elementary School and Alta-aurelia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51002 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51002, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51002, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alta Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1009 Main St
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1400
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1400
Grades: PK-4
| 267 students
Rank: #22.
Alta-aurelia High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1009 South Main Street
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1331
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1331
Grades: 9-12
| 199 students
51002, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1009 Main St
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1401
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1401
Grades: 5-8
| 136 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 51002, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 51002, IA include Alta Elementary School and Alta-aurelia High School.
How many public schools are located in 51002?
2 public schools are located in 51002.
What is the racial composition of students in 51002?
51002 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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