For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,467 students in 50401, IA (there are 3 private schools, serving 973 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 50401, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50401, IA are Jefferson Elementary School, Harding Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50401 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50401, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50401, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1421 4th St. Se
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4411
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4411
Grades: PK-4
| 307 students
Rank: #22.
Harding Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1239 N. Rhode Island Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4406
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4406
Grades: PK-4
| 357 students
Rank: #33.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
313 15th St. Se
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4415
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4415
Grades: PK-4
| 365 students
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Intermediate
(Math: 56% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1625 S. Pennsylvania Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4423
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4423
Grades: 5-6
| 488 students
Rank: #55.
Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1123 8th St. Nw
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4408
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4408
Grades: PK-4
| 346 students
Rank: #66.
Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19 N. Illinois Ave.
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4426
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4426
Grades: 9-12
| 92 students
Rank: #77.
Mason City High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 4th St. Se
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4431
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4431
Grades: 9-12
| 967 students
Rank: #88.
John Adams Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
29 S Illinois Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4420
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4420
Grades: 7-8
| 463 students
Rank: #99.
Mason City Virtual Academy
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1515 S Pennsylvania Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4401
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4401
Grades: 7-12
| 82 students
50401, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2620 South Jefferson Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4413
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4413
Grades: PK
| n/a students
1625 South Pennsylvania Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4423
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4423
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
700 North Washington Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4418
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4418
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50401, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50401, IA include Jefferson Elementary School, Harding Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50401?
9 public schools are located in 50401.
What percentage of students in 50401 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 50401 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50401?
50401 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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