For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,149 students in 50219, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50219, IA are Jefferson Intermediate, Lincoln Elementary School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50219 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50219, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50219, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Intermediate
(Math: 82% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
801 E 13th St
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-8267
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-8267
Gr: 4-6 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1111 North Main Street
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-3970
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-3970
Gr: PK-3 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
950 E. University St.
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4638
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4638
Gr: PK-3 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
50219, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1050 E University St
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-1944
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-1944
Gr: PK | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
401 Main St
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4638
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4638
Gr: K-3 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50219, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50219, IA include Jefferson Intermediate, Lincoln Elementary School and Madison Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50219?
3 public elementary schools are located in 50219.
What is the racial composition of students in 50219?
50219 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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