For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,570 students in 50201, IA (there are , serving 14 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 50201, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50201, IA are Central Elementary School, Nevada Middle School and Nevada High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50201 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50201, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50201, IA 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
925 H Ave
Nevada, IA 50201
(515) 382-2383
Nevada, IA 50201
(515) 382-2383
Gr: PK-4 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Nevada Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1035 15th St
Nevada, IA 50201
(515) 382-2751
Nevada, IA 50201
(515) 382-2751
Gr: 5-8 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Nevada High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1001 15th St
Nevada, IA 50201
(515) 382-3521
Nevada, IA 50201
(515) 382-3521
Gr: 9-12 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50201, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50201, IA include Central Elementary School, Nevada Middle School and Nevada High School.
How many public schools are located in 50201?
3 public schools are located in 50201.
What percentage of students in 50201 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 50201 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50201?
50201 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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