For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,480 students in 50428, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 75 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 50428, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50428, IA are Clear Lake Middle School, Clear Creek Elementary School and Clear Lake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50428 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50428, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50428, IA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clear Lake Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 3rd Ave North
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-6114
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-6114
Grades: 6-8
| 334 students
Rank: #22.
Clear Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
901 S 14th St
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-5288
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-5288
Grades: PK-5
| 688 students
Rank: #33.
Clear Lake High School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
125 N 20th St
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-5235
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-5235
Grades: 9-12
| 458 students
50428, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
306 S 8th St
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-2174
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-2174
Grades: 1-2
| 200 students
408 Mars Hill Drive
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-5288
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-5288
Grades: PK
| 123 students
408 Mars Hill Dr
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-6171
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-6171
Grades: PK-K
| 187 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50428, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50428, IA include Clear Lake Middle School, Clear Creek Elementary School and Clear Lake High School.
How many public schools are located in 50428?
3 public schools are located in 50428.
What percentage of students in 50428 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 50428 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50428?
50428 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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