For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,048 students in 50009, IA.
The top ranked public preschools in 50009, IA are Altoona Elementary School, Clay Elementary School and Centennial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 50009 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50009, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50009, IA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Altoona Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 6th St Sw
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-3771
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-3771
Grades: PK-5
| 423 students
Rank: #22.
Clay Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3200 First Avenue S.
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-4198
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-4198
Grades: PK-5
| 670 students
Rank: #33.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
910 7th Ave Se
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-2109
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-2109
Grades: PK-5
| 409 students
Rank: #44.
Willowbrook Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 17th Ave Sw
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-7512
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-7512
Grades: PK-5
| 546 students
50009, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
The Harbor-southeast Polk Alternative School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1301 First Ave N
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 957-8811
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 957-8811
Grades: 9-12
| 57 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 50009, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in 50009, IA include Altoona Elementary School, Clay Elementary School and Centennial Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50009?
4 public preschools are located in 50009.
What is the racial composition of students in 50009?
50009 public preschools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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