For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 552 students in 50459, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 50459 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50459, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50459, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwood-kensett Middle/high School
(Math: 71% | 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
Gr: 6-12 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50459, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50459, IA include Northwood-kensett Middle/high School and Northwood-kensett Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50459?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50459.
What is the racial composition of students in 50459?
50459 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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