For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 329 students in 50655, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 50655, IA are West Central Pk - 8 School and West Central Charter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50655 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50655, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50655, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Central Pk - 8 School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
305 Pember
Maynard, IA 50655
(563) 637-2283
Maynard, IA 50655
(563) 637-2283
Gr: PK-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
West Central Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
305 Pember
Maynard, IA 50655
(563) 637-2283
Maynard, IA 50655
(563) 637-2283
Gr: 9-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
50655, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
305 Pember, 305 Pember
Maynard, IA 50655
(563) 637-2283
Maynard, IA 50655
(563) 637-2283
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50655, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50655, IA include West Central Pk - 8 School and West Central Charter High School.
How many public schools are located in 50655?
2 public schools are located in 50655.
What is the racial composition of students in 50655?
50655 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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