For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,238 students in 50220, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50220, IA are Perry Elementary School and Perry Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50220 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50220, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50220, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Perry Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1600 8th Street
Perry, IA 50220
(515) 465-5656
Perry, IA 50220
(515) 465-5656
Gr: PK-5 | 869 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Perry Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 18th Street
Perry, IA 50220
(515) 465-3531
Perry, IA 50220
(515) 465-3531
Gr: 6-8 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
50220, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Perry Alternative School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1200 18th St
Perry, IA 50220
(515) 465-2997
Perry, IA 50220
(515) 465-2997
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50220, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50220, IA include Perry Elementary School and Perry Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50220?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50220.
What is the racial composition of students in 50220?
50220 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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