For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,724 students in 50208, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 102 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 50208, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50208, IA are Aurora Heights Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50208 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50208, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50208, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aurora Heights Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
310 E 23rd St S
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7324
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7324
Gr: K-4 | 260 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
801 S 8th Ave West
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7311
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7311
Gr: K-4 | 258 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
112 Thomas Jefferson Dr
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-2498
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-2498
Gr: PK-4 | 315 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Newton Senior High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 E 4th St S
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-5797
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-5797
Gr: 9-12 | 798 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Berg Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1900 N 5th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7741
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7741
Gr: 5-8 | 823 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #66.
Emerson Hough Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 N 4th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-3982
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-3982
Gr: K-4 | 205 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
West Academy Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1302 1st Avenue West
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-0335
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-0335
Gr: 10-12 | 65 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
50208, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1900 N 5th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7742
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7742
Gr: K-3 | 430 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50208, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50208, IA include Aurora Heights Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50208?
7 public schools are located in 50208.
What percentage of students in 50208 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 50208 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50208?
50208 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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