For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 174 students in 50447, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 36 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 50447, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 50447, IA is West Hancock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 50447 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50447, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50447, IA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Hancock Middle School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
423 E. 5th St.
Kanawha, IA 50447
(641) 762-3261
Kanawha, IA 50447
(641) 762-3261
Gr: 5-8 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
50447, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
423 E. 5th St. Po Box 130
Kanawha, IA 50447
(641) 762-3215
Kanawha, IA 50447
(641) 762-3215
Gr: PK-6 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50447, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50447, IA include West Hancock Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 50447?
1 public schools are located in 50447.
What percentage of students in 50447 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 50447 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50447?
50447 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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