For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 164 students in Zearing, IA.
The top-ranked public school in Zearing, IA is Colo-nesco Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Zearing, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Zearing have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Zearing, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Colo-nesco Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
407 N Center
Zearing, IA 50278
(641) 487-7411
Zearing, IA 50278
(641) 487-7411
Gr: PK-4 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Zearing, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Zearing, IA include Colo-nesco Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Zearing?
1 public schools are located in Zearing.
What is the racial composition of students in Zearing?
Zearing public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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