For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,469 students in 50014, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50014, IA are Edwards Elementary School and Ames Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50014 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50014, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50014, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edwards Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
820 Miller Ave
Ames, IA 50014
(515) 239-3760
Ames, IA 50014
(515) 239-3760
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Ames Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3915 Mortensen Road
Ames, IA 50014
(515) 268-2400
Ames, IA 50014
(515) 268-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 1,033 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50014, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50014, IA include Edwards Elementary School and Ames Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50014?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50014.
What is the racial composition of students in 50014?
50014 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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