For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 660 students in 50072, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 50072, IA are Earlham Elementary School, Earlham Senior High School and Earlham Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50072 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50072, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50072, IA 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Earlham Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
535 N Chestnut Ave
Earlham, IA 50072
(515) 758-2213
Earlham, IA 50072
(515) 758-2213
Gr: PK-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Earlham Senior High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
535 N Chestnut Ave
Earlham, IA 50072
(515) 758-2235
Earlham, IA 50072
(515) 758-2235
Gr: 9-12 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Earlham Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
535 N Chestnut Ave
Earlham, IA 50072
(515) 758-2214
Earlham, IA 50072
(515) 758-2214
Gr: 6-8 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50072, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50072, IA include Earlham Elementary School, Earlham Senior High School and Earlham Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 50072?
3 public schools are located in 50072.
What is the racial composition of students in 50072?
50072 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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