For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,354 students in 50703, IA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 50703, IA are Highland Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Cunningham School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 50703 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50703, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50703, IA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
812 Idaho St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2630
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2630
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
302 Cedar Bend St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1990
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1990
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Cunningham School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1224 Mobile St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2600
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 50703, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 50703, IA include Highland Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Cunningham School.
How many public preschools are located in 50703?
3 public preschools are located in 50703.
What is the racial composition of students in 50703?
50703 public preschools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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