For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 329 students in 50655, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 50655, IA are West Central Charter High School and West Central Pk - 8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50655 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50655, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50655, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Central Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
305 Pember
Maynard, IA 50655
(563) 637-2283
Maynard, IA 50655
(563) 637-2283
Grades: 9-12
| 85 students
Rank: #22.
West Central Pk - 8 School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
305 Pember
Maynard, IA 50655
(563) 637-2283
Maynard, IA 50655
(563) 637-2283
Grades: PK-8
| 244 students
50655, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
305 Pember, 305 Pember
Maynard, IA 50655
(563) 637-2283
Maynard, IA 50655
(563) 637-2283
Grades: 9-12
| 81 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50655, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50655, IA include West Central Charter High School and West Central Pk - 8 School.
How many public schools are located in 50655?
2 public schools are located in 50655.
What is the racial composition of students in 50655?
50655 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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