For the 2025-26 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,467 students in 50401, IA (there are , serving 973 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 50401, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50401, IA are Jefferson Elementary School, Harding Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 50401 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50401, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50401, IA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1421 4th St. Se
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4411
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4411
Gr: PK-4 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Harding Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1239 N. Rhode Island Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4406
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4406
Gr: PK-4 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
313 15th St. Se
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4415
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4415
Gr: PK-4 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1123 8th St. Nw
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4408
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4408
Gr: PK-4 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Intermediate
(Math: 57% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1625 S. Pennsylvania Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4423
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4423
Gr: 5-6 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
John Adams Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
29 S Illinois Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4420
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4420
Gr: 7-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #77.
Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19 N. Illinois Ave.
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4426
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4426
Gr: 9-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #88.
Mason City High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 4th St. Se
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4431
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4431
Gr: 9-12 | 967 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #99.
Mason City Virtual Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1515 S Pennsylvania Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4401
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4401
Gr: 7-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
50401, Iowa ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2620 South Jefferson Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4413
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4413
Gr: PK
1625 South Pennsylvania Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4423
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4423
Gr: 6-8
700 North Washington Ave
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4418
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 421-4418
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50401, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50401, IA include Jefferson Elementary School, Harding Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50401?
9 public schools are located in 50401.
What percentage of students in 50401 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 50401 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50401?
50401 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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