For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 575 students in 50459, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 50459, IA are Northwood-kensett Middle/high School and Northwood-kensett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50459 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50459, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50459, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwood-kensett Middle/high School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
704 7th Street North
Northwood, IA 50459
(641) 324-2142
Northwood, IA 50459
(641) 324-2142
Grades: 6-12
| 281 students
Rank: #22.
Northwood-kensett Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1200 1st Ave North
Northwood, IA 50459
(641) 324-1127
Northwood, IA 50459
(641) 324-1127
Grades: PK-5
| 294 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50459, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50459, IA include Northwood-kensett Middle/high School and Northwood-kensett Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50459?
2 public schools are located in 50459.
What is the racial composition of students in 50459?
50459 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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