For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,019 students in 50701, IA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 50701, IA are Orange Elementary School and Fred Becker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 50701 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50701, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50701, IA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orange Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5805 Kimball Ave
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2880
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2880
Gr: PK-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Fred Becker Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1239 Sheldon St
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2180
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2180
Gr: PK-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 50701, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 50701, IA include Orange Elementary School and Fred Becker Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50701?
2 public preschools are located in 50701.
What is the racial composition of students in 50701?
50701 public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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