For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 409 students in 50458, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50458, IA are Central Springs Middle School and Central Springs Elementary School - Nora Springs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50458 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50458, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50458, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Springs Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
509 N Iowa Ave
Nora Springs, IA 50458
(641) 749-5301
Nora Springs, IA 50458
(641) 749-5301
Gr: 4-8 | 265 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Central Springs Elementary School - Nora Springs
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
509 N Iowa Ave
Nora Springs, IA 50458
(641) 749-5301
Nora Springs, IA 50458
(641) 749-5301
Gr: PK-3 | 144 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
50458, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
509 North Iowa Ave
Nora Springs, IA 50458
(641) 749-5302
Nora Springs, IA 50458
(641) 749-5302
Gr: PK-4 | 166 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
509 North Iowa Ave
Nora Springs, IA 50458
(641) 749-5301
Nora Springs, IA 50458
(641) 749-5301
Gr: 5-8 | 232 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50458, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50458, IA include Central Springs Middle School and Central Springs Elementary School - Nora Springs.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50458?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50458.
What is the racial composition of students in 50458?
50458 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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