For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 641 students in 50156, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 50156, IA are Madrid Elementary School, Madrid Junior High School and Madrid High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50156 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50156, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50156, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Madrid Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
213 W 1st St
Madrid, IA 50156
(515) 795-3240
Madrid, IA 50156
(515) 795-3240
Gr: K-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Madrid Junior High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
599 N Kennedy
Madrid, IA 50156
(515) 795-3240
Madrid, IA 50156
(515) 795-3240
Gr: 6-8 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Madrid High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
599 N Kennedy
Madrid, IA 50156
(515) 795-3240
Madrid, IA 50156
(515) 795-3240
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
201 N Main St
Madrid, IA 50156
(515) 795-3240
Madrid, IA 50156
(515) 795-3240
Gr: PK | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50156, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50156, IA include Madrid Elementary School, Madrid Junior High School and Madrid High School.
How many public schools are located in 50156?
4 public schools are located in 50156.
What is the racial composition of students in 50156?
50156 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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