For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,231 students in 50613, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50613, IA are Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School, Helen A Hansen Elementary School and Southdale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50613 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50613, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50613, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2526 Ashworth Drive
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2901
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2901
Grades: PK-6
| 475 students
Rank: #22.
Helen A Hansen Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
616 Holmes Dr
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2775
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2775
Grades: PK-6
| 565 students
Rank: #33.
Southdale Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
627 Orchard Dr
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2900
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2900
Grades: PK-6
| 562 students
Rank: #44.
North Cedar Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2419 Fern Ave
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2810
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2810
Grades: PK-6
| 297 students
Rank: #55.
Orchard Hill Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3909 Rownd St
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2465
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2465
Grades: PK-6
| 452 students
Rank: #66.
Cedar Heights Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2417 Rainbow Dr
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2855
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2855
Grades: PK-6
| 432 students
Rank: #77.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
321 8th Street
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2950
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2950
Grades: PK-6
| 448 students
50613, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Cedar Falls Alternative High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
3809 Cedar Heights Dr
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2445
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2445
Grades: 9-12
| 34 students
1002 W 1st St
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2439
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2439
Grades: K-12
| 44 students
River Hills (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
2700 Grand Blvd
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 268-7775
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 268-7775
Grades: PK-12
| 117 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50613, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50613, IA include Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School, Helen A Hansen Elementary School and Southdale Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50613?
7 public elementary schools are located in 50613.
What is the racial composition of students in 50613?
50613 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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