📊 Directory: NCES CCD 2024–2025·📈 Ratings: ISASP 2024–25·🔄 Updated: August 2026·Editorial standards
📍 Bradford, IA · Hardin County

School District for
Zip Code 50041 — Bradford, IA

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ZIP 50041 is served by Iowa Falls Community School District, rated 8/10 — 78th percentile in Iowa.Ratings are percentile ranks within a single state, so they are not comparable across states.
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Iowa Falls Community School District

8
out of 10 Rating Good
State reading & math tests (ISASP 2024–25) · 78th percentile in IA
▲ Improving — up 14.3 points since 2021–22
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Can I rent in Bradford and still attend schools in this district?
Yes. School district assignment is based on your home address, not whether you own or rent. As long as your rental address falls within the Iowa Falls Community School District boundaries, your children are eligible to attend district schools.
How does the Iowa Falls Community School District rating compare to other districts in IA?
The Iowa Falls Community School District has an overall rating of 8/10 (Good) based on students’ reading and math proficiency on state assessments. Use our best districts in IA page to compare with other districts statewide.
What is the average class size in Iowa Falls Community School District?
Class size data at the individual school level is not reported in the NCES Common Core of Data. Contact the Iowa Falls Community School District directly for current class size information, or check your state's department of education website.
Does Iowa Falls Community School District offer magnet schools or special programs?
Many districts offer magnet programs, gifted education, STEM academies, and dual-language programs. Contact the Iowa Falls Community School District directly or visit their website to learn about special program options and enrollment requirements.
School District · Bradford, IA
Iowa Falls Community School District
📍 Hardin County, IA · Zip Code 50041
8/10
Rating
1,278
Students
4
Schools
District Type
Good About this district: Public school district serving Bradford, IA
District Contact & InformationSource: NCES 2024–2025
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Grades Served
Pre-K – 12th
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District Phone
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District Website
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District Office
710 North Street, Iowa Falls, IA 50126
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Assigned Schools for Zip 50041
Based on NCES district data · Always verify directly with the district
Schools in Iowa Falls Community School District4 schools · NCES 2024
🏫 Elementary Schools (2)
  • Rock Run Elementary — Grades 2–5 · 292 students
  • Pineview Elementary — Grades PK–1 · 281 students
📚 Middle Schools (1)
  • Riverbend Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 257 students
🎓 High Schools (1)
  • Iowa Falls - Alden High School — Grades 9–12 · 398 students
Source: NCES Common Core of Data 2024 via Urban Institute. School assignment within a zip code depends on your exact address — confirm with the district.
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Schools in Iowa Falls Community School District
Multiple School Levels
Contact Iowa Falls Community School District to confirm your school assignment based on your home address within this zip code.
District Statisticsvs. National Average
MetricIowa Falls Community School DistrictNational AverageComparison
Student Enrollment1,2783,700↓ Smaller than avg
Number of Schools46Varies by district
Per-Pupil Spending$12,900/yr (est.)$13,700/yrState avg est.
District TypePublic District
Overall Rating8/10 — GoodNear average
🌏 District Map Boundary from U.S. Census TIGER
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Always verify before deciding: Contact Iowa Falls Community School District directly to confirm your exact school assignment. Boundaries change annually and open enrollment may alter your options. Nearby zip codes are served by AGWSR Community School District and Hampton-Dumont Community School District — if your address is near a district line, your assignment may differ from this zip-level estimate.
How Iowa Falls Community School District Compares NearbyState percentile · ISASP 2024–25
DistrictRatingPercentileStudents
Iowa Falls Community School District (this district)8/1078th1,278
Southeast Valley Community School District4/1036th523
Exira-Elk Horn-Kimballton Community School District2/1017th394
Perry Community School District3/1028th1,812
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Reading proficiency: 83.4% · Math proficiency: 82.3% · Combined average: 82.8%
Ranked against 316 rated districts in IA → 78th percentile8/10.
Source: Iowa Dept. of Education ISASP, grades 3–8 ELA & Math, Proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Iowa Falls Community School District a public school district?
Iowa Falls Community School District is classified as a public school district. Public school districts are funded by local, state, and federal tax dollars and are open to all students residing within district boundaries. Enrollment is generally free of charge, and students are assigned to schools based on home address. To confirm eligibility and enrollment requirements for zip code 50041, contact Iowa Falls Community School District directly.

About Iowa Falls Community School District

Zip code 50041 in Iowa Falls, Iowa is served by Iowa Falls Community School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K–12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Iowa Falls Community School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.

Understanding the 8/10 Rating

SchoolDistrictFinder rates Iowa Falls Community School District 8 out of 10 — above average among Iowa public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Iowa’s ISASP grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Iowa is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.

Iowa Falls Community School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Iowa. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.

Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 50041

Children in zip code 50041 are assigned to Iowa Falls Community School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 50041, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.

To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Iowa Falls Community School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Iowa districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.

School Districts and Home Values in Bradford

Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Iowa Falls Community School District serves zip code 50041, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 50041 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.

Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Iowa, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Iowa Falls Community School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 50041.

Data Sources and Accuracy

All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Iowa Falls Community School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 50041 data.

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District at a Glance
Overall Rating8/10
GradeAverage
District Type
Total Students
Total Schools
Per-Pupil Spending$12,900/yr (est.)
Data SourceNCES 2024