For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,554 students in 50010, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50010, IA are Fellows Elementary School, Mitchell Elementary School and Meeker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50010 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50010, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50010, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fellows Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1235 20th St.
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3765
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3765
Gr: K-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Mitchell Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3521 Jewel Dr
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3775
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3775
Gr: K-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Meeker Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 20th Street
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3770
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3770
Gr: K-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Sawyer Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4316 Ontario St
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3790
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3790
Gr: K-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
50010, Iowa 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
415 Stanton Ave
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3755
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3755
Gr: K | 38 students Minority enrollment: 26%
601 28th St
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3780
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3780
Gr: K-6 | 225 students Minority enrollment: 32%
921 9th St
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3785
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3785
Gr: K-6 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Xcel High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
1921 Ames High Dr
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 817-0635
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 817-0635
Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50010, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50010, IA include Fellows Elementary School, Mitchell Elementary School and Meeker Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50010?
4 public elementary schools are located in 50010.
What is the racial composition of students in 50010?
50010 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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