For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 571 students in 50261, IA.
The top ranked public preschool in 50261, IA is Van Meter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 50261 have an average math proficiency score of 91% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 93% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50261, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50261, IA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Van Meter Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
520 1st Ave
Van Meter, IA 50261
(515) 996-2221
Van Meter, IA 50261
(515) 996-2221
Gr: PK-5 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 50261, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in 50261, IA include Van Meter Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50261?
1 public preschools are located in 50261.
What is the racial composition of students in 50261?
50261 public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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