For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,454 students in 50428, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 75 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 50428, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 50428, IA are Clear Lake Middle School, Clear Creek Elementary School and Clear Lake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50428 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50428, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50428, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clear Lake Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 3rd Ave North
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-6114
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-6114
Gr: 6-8 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Clear Creek Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
901 S 14th St
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-5288
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-5288
Gr: PK-5 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Clear Lake High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 N 20th St
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-5235
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-5235
Gr: 9-12 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50428, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50428, IA include Clear Lake Middle School, Clear Creek Elementary School and Clear Lake High School.
How many public schools are located in 50428?
3 public schools are located in 50428.
What percentage of students in 50428 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 50428 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50428?
50428 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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