For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 610 students in 51023, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 51023, IA are Hawarden Elementary School, West Sioux Middle School and West Sioux High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51023 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51023, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51023, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hawarden Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 13th St
Hawarden, IA 51023
(712) 551-1454
Hawarden, IA 51023
(712) 551-1454
Grades: 2-5
| 209 students
Rank: #22.
West Sioux Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1300 Falcon Drive
Hawarden, IA 51023
(712) 551-1022
Hawarden, IA 51023
(712) 551-1022
Grades: 6-8
| 151 students
Rank: #33.
West Sioux High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Falcon Drive
Hawarden, IA 51023
(712) 551-1181
Hawarden, IA 51023
(712) 551-1181
Grades: 9-12
| 250 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 51023, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 51023, IA include Hawarden Elementary School, West Sioux Middle School and West Sioux High School.
How many public schools are located in 51023?
3 public schools are located in 51023.
What is the racial composition of students in 51023?
51023 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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