For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 135 students in 50456, IA.
The top ranked public preschool in 50456, IA is Central Springs Elementary Manly Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 50456 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50456, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50456, IA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Springs Elementary Manly Campus
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
105 S East St
Manly, IA 50456
(641) 454-3283
Manly, IA 50456
(641) 454-3283
Gr: PK-3 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 50456, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in 50456, IA include Central Springs Elementary Manly Campus.
How many public preschools are located in 50456?
1 public preschools are located in 50456.
What is the racial composition of students in 50456?
50456 public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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