For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,568 students in 52101, IA (there are , serving 257 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 52101, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 52101, IA are Decorah High School, Decorah Middle School and Carrie Lee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 52101 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52101, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52101, IA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Decorah High School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
100 Claiborne Drive
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-3643
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-3643
Gr: 9-12 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Decorah Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
405 Winnebago St.
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-8427
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-8427
Gr: 5-8 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Carrie Lee Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
210 Vernon Street
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-3771
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-3771
Gr: 3-4 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
101 Claiborne Drive
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-3125
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-3125
Gr: K-2 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
301 Center Street
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-4451
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-4451
Gr: PK-K | 25 students Minority enrollment: 16%
52101, Iowa ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3495 North Winn Road
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 735-5411
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 735-5411
Gr: PK-6 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
3495 North Winn Road
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 735-5411
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 735-5411
Gr: 6-8 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 52101, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 52101, IA include Decorah High School, Decorah Middle School and Carrie Lee Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 52101?
5 public schools are located in 52101.
What percentage of students in 52101 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 52101 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52101?
52101 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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