For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 449 students in 50450, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50450, IA are Lake Mills Elementary School and Lake Mills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50450 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50450, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50450, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Mills Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
102 S 4th Ave E
Lake Mills, IA 50450
(641) 592-1882
Lake Mills, IA 50450
(641) 592-1882
Gr: PK-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Lake Mills Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
102 S 4th Ave E
Lake Mills, IA 50450
(641) 592-0894
Lake Mills, IA 50450
(641) 592-0894
Gr: 6-8 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50450, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50450, IA include Lake Mills Elementary School and Lake Mills Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50450?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50450.
What is the racial composition of students in 50450?
50450 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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