For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 690 students in 52247, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 75 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 52247, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 52247, IA are Mid-prairie Middle School and Mid-prairie East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52247 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52247, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52247, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mid-prairie Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
713 F Ave
Kalona, IA 52247
(319) 656-2241
Kalona, IA 52247
(319) 656-2241
Gr: 5-8 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Mid-prairie East Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
702 6th St
Kalona, IA 52247
(319) 656-2243
Kalona, IA 52247
(319) 656-2243
Gr: K-2 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
52247, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1592 Angle Rd. Sw
Kalona, IA 52247
(319) 683-2770
Kalona, IA 52247
(319) 683-2770
Gr: PK-5 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 52247, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52247, IA include Mid-prairie Middle School and Mid-prairie East Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 52247?
2 public schools are located in 52247.
What percentage of students in 52247 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 52247 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52247?
52247 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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