For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 145 students in 50163, IA.
The top ranked public school in 50163, IA is Melcher-dallas High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 50163 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50163, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50163, IA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Melcher-dallas High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
214 S Main
Melcher Dallas, IA 50163
(641) 947-3731
Melcher Dallas, IA 50163
(641) 947-3731
Gr: 7-12 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
50163, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
214 S. Main Street
Melcher Dallas, IA 50163
(641) 947-3731
Melcher Dallas, IA 50163
(641) 947-3731
Gr: 7-8 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50163, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50163, IA include Melcher-dallas High School.
How many public schools are located in 50163?
1 public schools are located in 50163.
What is the racial composition of students in 50163?
50163 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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