For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 839 students in 50273, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50273, IA are Winterset Elementary School and Winterset Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50273 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50273, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50273, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winterset Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
404 S 2nd Ave
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-1551
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-1551
Gr: PK-3 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Winterset Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
706 West School Street
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3010
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3010
Gr: 4-6 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
50273, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Winterset Bridges School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
624 Husky Dr
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3320
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3320
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50273, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50273, IA include Winterset Elementary School and Winterset Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50273?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50273.
What is the racial composition of students in 50273?
50273 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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