For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,476 students in 50219, IA (there are , serving 899 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 50219, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 50219, IA are Pella High School, Pella Middle School and Jefferson Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50219 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 88% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50219, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50219, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pella High School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
212 E University St
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-3870
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-3870
Gr: 9-12 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Pella Middle School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
613 E 13th
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4784
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4784
Gr: 7-8 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Intermediate
(Math: 82% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
801 E 13th St
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-8267
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-8267
Gr: 4-6 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1111 North Main Street
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-3970
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-3970
Gr: PK-3 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
950 E. University St.
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4638
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4638
Gr: PK-3 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
50219, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 Main St
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4638
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4638
Gr: K-3 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50219, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50219, IA include Pella High School, Pella Middle School and Jefferson Intermediate.
How many public schools are located in 50219?
5 public schools are located in 50219.
What percentage of students in 50219 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 50219 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50219?
50219 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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