For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 634 students in 50579, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50579, IA are South Central Calhoun Elementary School and South Central Calhoun Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50579 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50579, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50579, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Central Calhoun Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
330 Brower Street
Rockwell City, IA 50579
(712) 297-8621
Rockwell City, IA 50579
(712) 297-8621
Grades: PK-3
| 307 students
Rank: #22.
South Central Calhoun Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Tonawanda Street
Rockwell City, IA 50579
(712) 297-8111
Rockwell City, IA 50579
(712) 297-8111
Grades: 4-8
| 327 students
50579, Iowa 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1000 Tonawanda Ave
Rockwell City, IA 50579
(712) 297-8111
Rockwell City, IA 50579
(712) 297-8111
Grades: 4-8
| 326 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50579, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50579, IA include South Central Calhoun Elementary School and South Central Calhoun Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50579?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50579.
What is the racial composition of students in 50579?
50579 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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