For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,187 students in 50009, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 50009, IA are Centennial Elementary School, Altoona Elementary School and Clay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50009 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50009, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50009, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
910 7th Ave Se
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-2109
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-2109
Gr: PK-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Altoona Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 6th St Sw
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-3771
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-3771
Gr: PK-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Clay Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3200 First Avenue S.
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-4198
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-4198
Gr: PK-5 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Southeast Polk Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Falcon Drive
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-5533
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-5533
Gr: 6-7 | 1,112 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Willowbrook Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 17th Ave Sw
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-7512
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-7512
Gr: PK-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50009, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50009, IA include Centennial Elementary School, Altoona Elementary School and Clay Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50009?
5 public schools are located in 50009.
What is the racial composition of students in 50009?
50009 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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