For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 846 students in 50548, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50548, IA are Taft Elementary School and Humboldt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50548 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50548, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50548, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Taft Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
612 2nd Ave North
Humboldt, IA 50548
(515) 332-3216
Humboldt, IA 50548
(515) 332-3216
Grades: 1-4
| 415 students
Rank: #22.
Humboldt Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 Wildcat Rd
Humboldt, IA 50548
(515) 332-2812
Humboldt, IA 50548
(515) 332-2812
Grades: 5-8
| 431 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50548, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50548, IA include Taft Elementary School and Humboldt Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50548?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50548.
What is the racial composition of students in 50548?
50548 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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