For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 495 students in 50638, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50638, IA are Grundy Center Middle School and Grundy Center Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50638 have an average math proficiency score of 88% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50638, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50638, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grundy Center Middle School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1006 M Ave
Grundy Center, IA 50638
(319) 825-5464
Grundy Center, IA 50638
(319) 825-5464
Gr: 5-8 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Grundy Center Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
903 9th St
Grundy Center, IA 50638
(319) 825-5461
Grundy Center, IA 50638
(319) 825-5461
Gr: K-4 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
50638, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Grundy Center Learning Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
802 J Ave
Grundy Center, IA 50638
(319) 825-6257
Grundy Center, IA 50638
(319) 825-6257
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50638, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50638, IA include Grundy Center Middle School and Grundy Center Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50638?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50638.
What is the racial composition of students in 50638?
50638 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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