For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,133 students in 50701, IA (there are 2 private schools, serving 328 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 50701, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 50701, IA are Kingsley Elementary School, Orange Elementary School and Lou Henry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50701 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50701, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50701, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kingsley Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 Sunset Rd
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2210
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2210
Gr: K-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
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: #33.
Lou Henry Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
312 Rachael St
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2860
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2860
Gr: K-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Hoover Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
630 Hillcrest Rd
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2830
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2830
Gr: 6-8 | 848 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
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%
Rank: #66.
Central Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1350 Katoski Dr
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2100
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2100
Gr: 6-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50701, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50701, IA include Kingsley Elementary School, Orange Elementary School and Lou Henry Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50701?
6 public schools are located in 50701.
What percentage of students in 50701 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 50701 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50701?
50701 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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