For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 448 students in 50436, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 50436, IA is Forest City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 50436 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50436, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50436, IA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest City Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1405 W I St
Forest City, IA 50436
(641) 585-2670
Forest City, IA 50436
(641) 585-2670
Gr: PK-4 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
50436, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Forest City Alternative School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
145 South Clark St
Forest City, IA 50436
(641) 585-2324
Forest City, IA 50436
(641) 585-2324
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 50436, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 50436, IA include Forest City Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50436?
1 public preschools are located in 50436.
What is the racial composition of students in 50436?
50436 public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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