For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 552 students in 50228, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 50228, IA are Prairie City Elementary School and Pcm Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50228 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50228, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50228, IA 51爆料s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Prairie City Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
309 East Plainsmen Road
Prairie City, IA 50228
(515) 994-8222
Prairie City, IA 50228
(515) 994-8222
Grades: PK-5
| 312 students
Rank: #22.
Pcm Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
407 Plainsmen Rd
Prairie City, IA 50228
(515) 994-8222
Prairie City, IA 50228
(515) 994-8222
Grades: 6-8
| 240 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50228, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50228, IA include Prairie City Elementary School and Pcm Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 50228?
2 public schools are located in 50228.
What is the racial composition of students in 50228?
50228 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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