For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 449 students in 50472, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50472, IA are St. Ansgar Elementary School and St. Ansgar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50472 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50472, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 50472, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Ansgar Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
206 E. 8th Street
Saint Ansgar, IA 50472
(641) 713-2331
Saint Ansgar, IA 50472
(641) 713-2331
Gr: PK-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
St. Ansgar Middle School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
206 East 8th Street
Saint Ansgar, IA 50472
(641) 713-4720
Saint Ansgar, IA 50472
(641) 713-4720
Gr: 6-8 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50472, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50472, IA include St. Ansgar Elementary School and St. Ansgar Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50472?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50472.
What is the racial composition of students in 50472?
50472 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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