For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 258 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 76% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), 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 10% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50590, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Kossuth Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 140 students
Rank: #22.
North Union Middle School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
203 5th St North
Swea City, IA 50590
(515) 272-4361
Swea City, IA 50590
(515) 272-4361
Grades: 6-8
| 118 students
50590, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
203 Fifth St. N.
Swea City, IA 50590
(515) 272-4361
Swea City, IA 50590
(515) 272-4361
Grades: 6-8
| 76 students
203 5th St North
Swea City, IA 50590
(515) 272-4361
Swea City, IA 50590
(515) 272-4361
Grades: 9-12
| 119 students
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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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