Top 3 Best 50261 Iowa Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,045 students in 50261, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 50261, IA are Van Meter High School, Van Meter Elementary School and Van Meter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50261 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 89% (versus the 68% statewide average). Schools in 50261, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50261, IA Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Van Meter High School
Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
520 1st Ave
Van Meter, IA 50261
(515) 996-2221
Grades: 9-12
| 283 students
Rank: #22.
Van Meter Elementary School
Math: 88% | Reading: 85%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
520 1st Ave
Van Meter, IA 50261
(515) 996-2221
Grades: PK-5
| 542 students
Rank: #33.
Van Meter Middle School
Math: 81% | Reading: 92%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
520 1st Ave
Van Meter, IA 50261
(515) 996-2221
Grades: 6-8
| 220 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 50261, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50261, IA include Van Meter High School, Van Meter Elementary School and Van Meter Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 50261, IA?
3 public schools are located in 50261, IA.
What is the racial composition of students in 50261, IA?
50261, IA public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

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