For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 337 students in 51003, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 52 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 51003, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public school in 51003, IA is Moc-floyd Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 51003 have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51003, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51003, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1104 5th Ave
Alton, IA 51003
(712) 756-4128
Alton, IA 51003
(712) 756-4128
Gr: 6-8 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 51003, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51003, IA include Moc-floyd Valley Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 51003?
1 public schools are located in 51003.
What percentage of students in 51003 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 51003 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 51003?
51003 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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