For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 294 students in 50459, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 50459, IA is Northwood-kensett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 50459 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50459, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50459, IA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwood-kensett Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1200 1st Ave North
Northwood, IA 50459
(641) 324-1127
Northwood, IA 50459
(641) 324-1127
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 50459, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 50459, IA include Northwood-kensett Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50459?
1 public preschools are located in 50459.
What is the racial composition of students in 50459?
50459 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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