For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 371 students in 50475, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 50475, IA are West Fork High School and West Fork Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50475 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50475, 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 50475, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Fork High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
453 N. 5th St.
Sheffield, IA 50475
(641) 892-4461
Sheffield, IA 50475
(641) 892-4461
Grades: 9-12
| 196 students
Rank: #22.
West Fork Middle School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
504 Park Street
Sheffield, IA 50475
(641) 892-4159
Sheffield, IA 50475
(641) 892-4159
Grades: 6-8
| 175 students
50475, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
119 North 7th St
Sheffield, IA 50475
(641) 892-4069
Sheffield, IA 50475
(641) 892-4069
Grades: PK
| n/a students
504 Park St
Sheffield, IA 50475
(641) 892-4461
Sheffield, IA 50475
(641) 892-4461
Grades: PK-1
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50475, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50475, IA include West Fork High School and West Fork Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 50475?
2 public schools are located in 50475.
What is the racial composition of students in 50475?
50475 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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