For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 894 students in 50643, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 50643, IA are Hudson High School and Hudson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50643 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50643, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50643, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hudson High School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
245 S Washington
Hudson, IA 50643
(319) 988-4226
Hudson, IA 50643
(319) 988-4226
Gr: 7-12 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Hudson Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
136 S Washington
Hudson, IA 50643
(319) 988-3239
Hudson, IA 50643
(319) 988-3239
Gr: PK-6 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
50643, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
136 S Washington, 136 S Washin
Hudson, IA 50643
(319) 988-4137
Hudson, IA 50643
(319) 988-4137
Gr: 5-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50643, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50643, IA include Hudson High School and Hudson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50643?
2 public schools are located in 50643.
What is the racial composition of students in 50643?
50643 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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