For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 936 students in 50247, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 50247, IA are West Marshall High School, West Marshall Middle School and West Marshall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50247 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50247, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50247, IA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Marshall High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 3rd Street Nw
State Center, IA 50247
(641) 483-2136
State Center, IA 50247
(641) 483-2136
Gr: 9-12 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
West Marshall Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
605 3rd Street Nw
State Center, IA 50247
(641) 483-2165
State Center, IA 50247
(641) 483-2165
Gr: 6-8 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
West Marshall Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
207 3rd St Sw
State Center, IA 50247
(641) 483-2671
State Center, IA 50247
(641) 483-2671
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50247, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50247, IA include West Marshall High School, West Marshall Middle School and West Marshall Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50247?
3 public schools are located in 50247.
What is the racial composition of students in 50247?
50247 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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