For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 665 students in 50036, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 50036, IA is United Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 50036 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50036, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50036, IA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
United Community School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1284 U Ave
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 432-5319
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 432-5319
Gr: PK-6 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
1805 Hancock Drive
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0750
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0750
Gr: PK-1 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
50036, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
511 Cedar St
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0760
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0760
Gr: 2-3 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Futures Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
727 W 3rd St
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0885
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0885
Gr: 10-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
106 S Webster
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0780
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0780
Gr: K-1 | 87 students Minority enrollment: 2%
711 W Mamie Eisenhower
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0800
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0800
Gr: PK-1 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
1420 Benton
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0820
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0820
Gr: K-2 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
102 S Boone St
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0840
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 433-0840
Gr: PK-1 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
1284 U Ave
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 432-5319
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 432-5319
Gr: PK-1 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 50036, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 50036, IA include United Community School.
How many public preschools are located in 50036?
2 public preschools are located in 50036.
What is the racial composition of students in 50036?
50036 public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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