For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,600 students in 52353, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 110 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 52353, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 52353, IA are Lincoln Upper Elementary School, Washington High School and Washington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52353 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52353, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52353, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Upper Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
606 S 4th Ave
Washington, IA 52353
(319) 653-3691
Washington, IA 52353
(319) 653-3691
Gr: 3-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Washington High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1111 S. Ave. B
Washington, IA 52353
(319) 653-2143
Washington, IA 52353
(319) 653-2143
Gr: 9-12 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
313 S. 4th Ave.
Washington, IA 52353
(319) 653-5414
Washington, IA 52353
(319) 653-5414
Gr: 6-8 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
821 N 4th Ave
Washington, IA 52353
(319) 653-3244
Washington, IA 52353
(319) 653-3244
Gr: PK-2 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 52353, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52353, IA include Lincoln Upper Elementary School, Washington High School and Washington Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 52353?
4 public schools are located in 52353.
What percentage of students in 52353 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 52353 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52353?
52353 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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