For the 2025-26 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.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 51002 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51002, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alta Elementary School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1009 Main St
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1400
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1400
Gr: PK-4 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Alta-aurelia High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1009 South Main Street
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1331
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1331
Gr: 9-12 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
51002, Iowa ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1009 Main St
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1401
Alta, IA 51002
(712) 200-1401
Gr: 5-8 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
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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