For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,067 students in 50201, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50201, IA are Central Elementary School and Nevada Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50201 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50201, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50201, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
925 H Ave
Nevada, IA 50201
(515) 382-2383
Nevada, IA 50201
(515) 382-2383
Gr: PK-4 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Nevada Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1035 15th St
Nevada, IA 50201
(515) 382-2751
Nevada, IA 50201
(515) 382-2751
Gr: 5-8 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50201, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50201, IA include Central Elementary School and Nevada Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50201?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50201.
What is the racial composition of students in 50201?
50201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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