For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 241 students in 50590, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 50590, IA are North Kossuth Elementary School and North Union Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50590 have an average math proficiency score of 88% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50590, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50590, IA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Kossuth Elementary School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
203 5th Street North
Swea City, IA 50590
(515) 272-4361
Swea City, IA 50590
(515) 272-4361
Gr: PK-5 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
North Union Middle School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
203 5th St North
Swea City, IA 50590
(515) 272-4361
Swea City, IA 50590
(515) 272-4361
Gr: 6-8 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
50590, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
203 Fifth St. N.
Swea City, IA 50590
(515) 272-4361
Swea City, IA 50590
(515) 272-4361
Gr: 6-8 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
203 5th St North
Swea City, IA 50590
(515) 272-4361
Swea City, IA 50590
(515) 272-4361
Gr: 9-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50590, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50590, IA include North Kossuth Elementary School and North Union Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 50590?
2 public schools are located in 50590.
What is the racial composition of students in 50590?
50590 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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