Best Public Preschools in 50009 (Altoona, IA) (2025-26)

Best 50009 Iowa Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,048 students in 50009, IA.

The top ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 50009 have an score of 80% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and score of 75% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50009, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public pre schools.

Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50009, IA Public Preschools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Centennial Elementary School

(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
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910 7th Ave Se
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-2109

Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%

Rank: #22.

Altoona Elementary School

(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
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301 6th St Sw
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-3771

Gr: PK-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%

Rank: #33.

Clay Elementary School

(Math: 80% | Reading: 78%)
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3200 First Avenue S.
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-4198

Gr: PK-5 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%

Rank: #44.

Willowbrook Elementary School

(Math: 73% | Reading: 68%)
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300 17th Ave Sw
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 967-7512

Gr: PK-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%

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School

Location

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The Harbor-southeast Polk Alternative School (Closed 2010)

Alternative School

1301 First Ave N
Altoona, IA 50009
(515) 957-8811

Gr: 9-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public preschools in 50009, IA?

The top ranked public preschools in 50009, IA include Centennial Elementary School, Altoona Elementary School and Clay Elementary School.

How many public preschools are located in 50009?

4 public preschools are located in 50009.

What is the racial composition of students in 50009?

50009 public preschools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).