For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 3,197 students in 50613, IA.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 50613 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50613, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50613, IA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School
(Math: 89% | 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
Gr: PK-6 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Helen A Hansen Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
616 Holmes Dr
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2775
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2775
Gr: PK-6 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Southdale Elementary School
(Math: 84% | 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
Gr: PK-6 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Orchard Hill Elementary School
(Math: 77% | 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
Gr: PK-6 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
North Cedar Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | 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
Gr: PK-6 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Cedar Heights Elementary School
(Math: 75% | 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
Gr: PK-6 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
321 8th Street
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2950
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 553-2950
Gr: PK-6 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 50613, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 50613, IA include Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School, Helen A Hansen Elementary School and Southdale Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50613?
7 public preschools are located in 50613.
What is the racial composition of students in 50613?
50613 public preschools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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