For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,393 students in 50703, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 25 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 50703, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50703, IA are Highland Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and East High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50703 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50703, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50703, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
812 Idaho St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2630
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2630
Gr: PK-5 | 462 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
302 Cedar Bend St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1990
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1990
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
East High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
214 High St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2400
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,013 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Cunningham School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1224 Mobile St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2600
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 401 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
George Washington Carver Academy
(Math: 47% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1505 Logan Ave
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2500
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Expo Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1410 Independence Ave
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1930
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1930
Gr: 6-12 | 578 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
50703, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Expo High School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
927 Franklin
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1930
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1930
Gr: 9-12
1913 Heath St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 235-5557
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 235-5557
Gr: PK | 32 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
200 E Arlington St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 291-4883
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 291-4883
Gr: K-5 | 79 students Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50703, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50703, IA include Highland Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and East High School.
How many public schools are located in 50703?
6 public schools are located in 50703.
What percentage of students in 50703 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 50703 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50703?
50703 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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