For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 317 students in 50174, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50174, IA are Murray Elementary School and Murray Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50174 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50174, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50174, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Murray Elementary School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
216 Sherman
Murray, IA 50174
(641) 447-2517
Murray, IA 50174
(641) 447-2517
Gr: PK-5 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Murray Jr/sr High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
216 Sherman
Murray, IA 50174
(641) 447-2517
Murray, IA 50174
(641) 447-2517
Gr: 6-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50174, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50174, IA include Murray Elementary School and Murray Jr/sr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50174?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50174.
What is the racial composition of students in 50174?
50174 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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