For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,910 students in 50588, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50588, IA are Storm Lake Middle School and Storm Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50588 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50588, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50588, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Storm Lake Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1811 Hyland Drive
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8080
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8080
Gr: 6-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Storm Lake Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1810 Hyland Drive
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8074
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8074
Gr: 2-5 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
5950 90th Avenue
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 213-2110
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 213-2110
Gr: K-1 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50588, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50588, IA include Storm Lake Middle School and Storm Lake Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50588?
3 public elementary schools are located in 50588.
What is the racial composition of students in 50588?
50588 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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