For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 148 students in 50006, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 50006, IA is Alden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 50006 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50006, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50006, IA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alden Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
209 Center Street
Alden, IA 50006
(515) 859-3393
Alden, IA 50006
(515) 859-3393
Gr: PK-6 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
50006, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P.o. Box 48
Alden, IA 50006
(515) 859-3394
Alden, IA 50006
(515) 859-3394
Gr: 7-12 | 122 students Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 50006, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 50006, IA include Alden Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50006?
1 public preschools are located in 50006.
What is the racial composition of students in 50006?
50006 public preschools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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