For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 696 students in 50574, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 84 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 50574, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50574, IA are Pocahontas Area Elementary School, Pocahontas Area Middle/ High School and Pocahontas Area Regional Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50574 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50574, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 50574, IA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pocahontas Area Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
208 1st Ave Sw
Pocahontas, IA 50574
(712) 335-4642
Pocahontas, IA 50574
(712) 335-4642
Grades: K-6
| 283 students
Rank: #22.
Pocahontas Area Middle/ High School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
205 2nd Ave Nw
Pocahontas, IA 50574
(712) 335-4848
Pocahontas, IA 50574
(712) 335-4848
Grades: 7-12
| 392 students
Rank: #33.
Pocahontas Area Regional Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
202 1st Ave Sw
Pocahontas, IA 50574
(712) 335-5971
Pocahontas, IA 50574
(712) 335-5971
Grades: 9-12
| 21 students
50574, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
205 2nd Ave Nw
Pocahontas, IA 50574
(712) 335-4025
Pocahontas, IA 50574
(712) 335-4025
Grades: PK
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50574, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50574, IA include Pocahontas Area Elementary School, Pocahontas Area Middle/ High School and Pocahontas Area Regional Learning Center.
How many public schools are located in 50574?
3 public schools are located in 50574.
What percentage of students in 50574 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 50574 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50574?
50574 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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