For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,093 students in 50702, IA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 50702, IA are Kittrell Elementary School and Lowell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 50702 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50702, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50702, IA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kittrell Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1304 Oregon St
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 433-2910
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 433-2910
Gr: PK-5 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1628 Washington St
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 433-1900
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 433-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 50702, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 50702, IA include Kittrell Elementary School and Lowell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50702?
2 public preschools are located in 50702.
What is the racial composition of students in 50702?
50702 public preschools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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