For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,625 students in 50273, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 50273, IA are Winterset Junior High School, Winterset Elementary School and Winterset Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50273 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50273, 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 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50273, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winterset Junior High School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
720 Husky Dr
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3336
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3336
Gr: 7-8 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Winterset Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
404 S 2nd Ave
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-1551
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-1551
Gr: PK-3 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Winterset Senior High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
720 Husky Dr
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3320
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3320
Gr: 9-12 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Winterset Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
706 West School Street
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3010
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3010
Gr: 4-6 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50273, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50273, IA include Winterset Junior High School, Winterset Elementary School and Winterset Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 50273?
4 public schools are located in 50273.
What is the racial composition of students in 50273?
50273 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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