For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 725 students in 50047, IA.
The top ranked public preschool in 50047, IA is Carlisle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 50047 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50047, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50047, IA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carlisle Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
430 School St
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0339
Carlisle, IA 50047
(515) 989-0339
Gr: PK-3 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 50047, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in 50047, IA include Carlisle Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50047?
1 public preschools are located in 50047.
What is the racial composition of students in 50047?
50047 public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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