For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 559 students in 50257, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50257, IA are Interstate 35 Middle School and Interstate 35 Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50257 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50257, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50257, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Interstate 35 Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
405 E North Street
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4818
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4818
Gr: 5-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Interstate 35 Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
445 East North Street
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4901
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4901
Gr: PK-4 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
50257, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
445 East North St
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4901
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4901
Gr: PK | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
405 East North St
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4818
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4818
Gr: 9-12 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50257, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50257, IA include Interstate 35 Middle School and Interstate 35 Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50257?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50257.
What is the racial composition of students in 50257?
50257 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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