For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 750 students in 50536, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 111 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 50536, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50536, IA are West Elementary School, Emmetsburg Middle School and Emmetsburg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50536 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50536, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50536, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
602 Call St
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
(712) 852-4485
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
(712) 852-4485
Grades: PK-4
| 285 students
Rank: #22.
Emmetsburg Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 King Street
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
(712) 852-2892
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
(712) 852-2892
Grades: 5-8
| 225 students
Rank: #33.
Emmetsburg High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
205 King St
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
(712) 852-2966
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
(712) 852-2966
Grades: 9-12
| 240 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50536, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50536, IA include West Elementary School, Emmetsburg Middle School and Emmetsburg High School.
How many public schools are located in 50536?
3 public schools are located in 50536.
What percentage of students in 50536 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 50536 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50536?
50536 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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