For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 274 students in 50574, IA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 50574, IA is Pocahontas Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 50574 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50574, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50574, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pocahontas Area Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
208 1st Ave Sw
Pocahontas, IA 50574
(712) 335-4642
Pocahontas, IA 50574
(712) 335-4642
Grades: K-6
| 274 students
50574, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
205 2nd Ave Nw
Pocahontas, IA 50574
(712) 335-4025
Pocahontas, IA 50574
(712) 335-4025
Grades: PK
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50574, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50574, IA include Pocahontas Area Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50574?
1 public elementary schools are located in 50574.
What is the racial composition of students in 50574?
50574 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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