For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,198 students in 51031, IA (there are , serving 534 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 51031, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 51031, IA are Franklin Elementary School, Kluckhohn Elementary School and Clark Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51031 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51031, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51031, IA 51±¬ÁÏs (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 3rd Ave Se
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-4185
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-4185
Gr: K-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Kluckhohn Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1338 Central Ave Se
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-7064
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-7064
Gr: K-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Clark Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 2nd Ave Nw
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-8121
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-8121
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Le Mars Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
977 3rd Ave Sw
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-7022
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-7022
Gr: 6-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
Le Mars High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
921 3rd Ave Sw
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-4153
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-4153
Gr: 9-12 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #66.
Individualized Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
940 Lincoln Street Sw
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-5858
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-5858
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 51031, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51031, IA include Franklin Elementary School, Kluckhohn Elementary School and Clark Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 51031?
6 public schools are located in 51031.
What percentage of students in 51031 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 51031 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 51031?
51031 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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