For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 360 students in 50604, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 50604, IA are Aplington-parkersburg Middle School and Aplington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50604 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50604, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50604, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Aplington-parkersburg Middle School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
215 10th St
Aplington, IA 50604
(319) 347-6621
Aplington, IA 50604
(319) 347-6621
Grades: 6-8
| 176 students
Rank: #22.
Aplington Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
215 10th St
Aplington, IA 50604
(319) 347-6621
Aplington, IA 50604
(319) 347-6621
Grades: 3-5
| 184 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50604, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50604, IA include Aplington-parkersburg Middle School and Aplington Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50604?
2 public schools are located in 50604.
What is the racial composition of students in 50604?
50604 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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