For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 464 students in 50665, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 50665, IA are Parkersburg Elementary School and Aplington-parkersburg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50665 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50665, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50665, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Parkersburg Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 80-84% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
602 Lincoln
Parkersburg, IA 50665
(319) 346-2446
Parkersburg, IA 50665
(319) 346-2446
Grades: PK-2
| 203 students
Rank: #22.
Aplington-parkersburg High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
610 N Johnson St
Parkersburg, IA 50665
(319) 346-1571
Parkersburg, IA 50665
(319) 346-1571
Grades: 9-12
| 261 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50665, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50665, IA include Parkersburg Elementary School and Aplington-parkersburg High School.
How many public schools are located in 50665?
2 public schools are located in 50665.
What is the racial composition of students in 50665?
50665 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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