For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 755 students in 50648, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50648, IA are Jesup Elementary School, Jesup Middle School and Prairie Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50648 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50648, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50648, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jesup Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
531 Prospect
Jesup, IA 50648
(319) 827-1700
Jesup, IA 50648
(319) 827-1700
Gr: PK-4 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Jesup Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
531 Prospect
Jesup, IA 50648
(319) 827-1700
Jesup, IA 50648
(319) 827-1700
Gr: 5-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
Prairie Grove Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1501 150th St
Jesup, IA 50648
(319) 827-1700
Jesup, IA 50648
(319) 827-1700
Gr: K-8 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Perry #1 Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1726 Fairbank Amish Blvd
Jesup, IA 50648
(319) 827-1700
Jesup, IA 50648
(319) 827-1700
Gr: K-8 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Triumph Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1348 145th St
Jesup, IA 50648
(319) 827-1700
Jesup, IA 50648
(319) 827-1700
Gr: K-8 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50648, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50648, IA include Jesup Elementary School, Jesup Middle School and Prairie Grove Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50648?
5 public elementary schools are located in 50648.
What is the racial composition of students in 50648?
50648 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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