For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 216 students in 50853, IA.
The top-ranked public school in 50853, IA is Cam Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 50853 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50853, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50853, IA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cam Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
207 6th St
Massena, IA 50853
(712) 779-2211
Massena, IA 50853
(712) 779-2211
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
50853, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
207 E. 6th Street
Massena, IA 50853
(712) 779-2212
Massena, IA 50853
(712) 779-2212
Gr: 6-8 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50853, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50853, IA include Cam Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50853?
1 public schools are located in 50853.
What is the racial composition of students in 50853?
50853 public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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