For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 431 students in 50601, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 50601, IA are Agwsr High School and Agwsr Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50601 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50601, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50601, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Agwsr High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
918 4th Avenue
Ackley, IA 50601
(641) 847-2633
Ackley, IA 50601
(641) 847-2633
Gr: 9-12 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Agwsr Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
918 4th Ave
Ackley, IA 50601
(641) 847-2611
Ackley, IA 50601
(641) 847-2611
Gr: K-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
413 State St
Ackley, IA 50601
(641) 847-2699
Ackley, IA 50601
(641) 847-2699
Gr: PK-K | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50601, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50601, IA include Agwsr High School and Agwsr Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50601?
3 public schools are located in 50601.
What is the racial composition of students in 50601?
50601 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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