For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,724 students in 50208, IA (there are , serving 102 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 50208, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50208, IA are Aurora Heights Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50208 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50208, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50208, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Aurora Heights Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
310 E 23rd St S
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7324
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7324
Grades: K-4
| 260 students
Rank: #22.
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
801 S 8th Ave West
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7311
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7311
Grades: K-4
| 258 students
Rank: #33.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
112 Thomas Jefferson Dr
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-2498
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-2498
Grades: PK-4
| 315 students
Rank: #44.
Newton Senior High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 E 4th St S
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-5797
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-5797
Grades: 9-12
| 798 students
Rank: #55.
Berg Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1900 N 5th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7741
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7741
Grades: 5-8
| 823 students
Rank: #66.
Emerson Hough Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 N 4th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-3982
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-3982
Grades: K-4
| 205 students
Rank: #77.
West Academy Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1302 1st Avenue West
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-0335
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-0335
Grades: 10-12
| 65 students
50208, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1900 N 5th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7742
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7742
Grades: K-3
| 430 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50208, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50208, IA include Aurora Heights Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50208?
7 public schools are located in 50208.
What percentage of students in 50208 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 50208 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50208?
50208 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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