For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,093 students in 50702, IA.
The top ranked public preschools in 50702, IA are Kittrell Elementary School and Lowell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø preschools in zipcode 50702 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50702, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50702, IA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kittrell Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1304 Oregon St
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 433-2910
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 433-2910
Gr: PK-5 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1628 Washington St
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 433-1900
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 433-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 50702, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in 50702, IA include Kittrell Elementary School and Lowell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50702?
2 public preschools are located in 50702.
What is the racial composition of students in 50702?
50702 public preschools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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