For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,071 students in 50659, IA (there are , serving 140 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 50659, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50659, IA are New Hampton High School, New Hampton Middle School and New Hampton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50659 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50659, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50659, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Hampton High School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
710 W Main
New Hampton, IA 50659
(641) 394-2134
New Hampton, IA 50659
(641) 394-2134
Grades: 9-12
| 332 students
Rank: #22.
New Hampton Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
710 W Main
New Hampton, IA 50659
(641) 394-2134
New Hampton, IA 50659
(641) 394-2134
Grades: 5-8
| 280 students
Rank: #33.
New Hampton Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
206 W Main
New Hampton, IA 50659
(641) 394-5858
New Hampton, IA 50659
(641) 394-5858
Grades: PK-4
| 459 students
50659, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Education Options Elementary School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
710 W. Main
New Hampton, IA 50659
(641) 394-2144
New Hampton, IA 50659
(641) 394-2144
Grades: 9-12
| 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50659, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50659, IA include New Hampton High School, New Hampton Middle School and New Hampton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50659?
3 public schools are located in 50659.
What percentage of students in 50659 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 50659 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50659?
50659 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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