For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 313 students in 50849, IA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 50849, IA is Nodaway Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 50849 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50849, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50849, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nodaway Valley Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
324 Nw 2nd
Greenfield, IA 50849
(641) 743-6136
Greenfield, IA 50849
(641) 743-6136
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50849, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50849, IA include Nodaway Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50849?
1 public elementary schools are located in 50849.
What is the racial composition of students in 50849?
50849 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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