For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 637 students in 50247, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50247, IA are 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 elementary schools in zipcode 50247 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50247, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50247, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 elementary schools in 50247, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50247, IA include West Marshall Middle School and West Marshall Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50247?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50247.
What is the racial composition of students in 50247?
50247 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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