Best 50047 Iowa Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 725 students in 50047, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 50047, IA is Carlisle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 50047 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50047, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50047, IA Public Preschools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carlisle Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
430 School St
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0339
Gr: PK-3 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 50047, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 50047, IA include Carlisle Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50047?
1 public preschools are located in 50047.
What is the racial composition of students in 50047?
50047 public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

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