Head Start Programs in ZIP 50703 (Waterloo, IA)

For ZIP 50703, Waterloo, IA, the latest data lists 4 federally funded head start programs.

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Head Start and Early Head Start are federally funded programs that combine early education with nutrition, developmental screening, and family support. Programs are generally free for eligible families and prioritize children from low-income households, children in foster care, and children with disabilities.

Comparing head start programs in ZIP 50703

The strongest comparisons weigh several signals together - licensing record, ratios and group sizes, caregiver experience, and the particular hours and services a family needs. No single measure captures all of that, and nothing replaces a visit.

Where you can, visit each option in ZIP 50703, Waterloo, IA, watch how caregivers interact with children, ask how daily updates and pickups are handled, and get costs and schedules confirmed in writing. Steady, engaged caregivers count for as much as any published record.

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ZIP 50703 at a glance

This ZIP-level profile spans 4 listed head start programss in ZIP 50703; 0 of them report a quality rating (0%). No provider in this ZIP carries a published overall star rating in the current data, so comparison here rests on inspection, staffing, and quality details. 3 of these providers report 49 licensed child care spaces in total.

Providers on record4
With a published overall ratingNone published
Average overall ratingNot published
Highest-rated providerNot published
Ownership mixNot reported
Licensed capacity (total)49
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All head start programs in ZIP 50703

Head Start Program Dr. Walter Cunningham School for Excellence Waterloo, IA 50703 Capacity 19 Head Start Program Highland Elementary School Waterloo, IA 50703 Capacity 16 Head Start Program Lincoln Elementary School Waterloo, IA 50703 Capacity 14 Head Start Program Tri-County Head Start-Lily Furgerson Waterloo, IA 50703
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Provider-level state licensing data

ProviderCare typeOverallOwnershipLicensed capacity
Dr. Walter Cunningham School for ExcellenceHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported19
Highland Elementary SchoolHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported16
Lincoln Elementary SchoolHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported14
Tri-County Head Start-Lily FurgersonHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported—

Frequently asked questions

What is the average quality rating for head start programs in ZIP 50703?
The state does not publish quality ratings for the head start programs currently listed in ZIP 50703. Inspection and quality information is still available for each provider.
Where does this information come from?
All figures come from public state datasets (state child care licensing records and registries; processing date 2026-10-07). Verify current details with the provider before making care decisions.
What other ZIP codes near Waterloo have head start programs?
Head Start Programs are also listed in 3 neighboring ZIP codes in Waterloo. Use the cards on this page to open each ZIP directory.
How many head start programs are in ZIP 50703?
The current data lists 4 federally funded head start programs with a mailing address in ZIP 50703 (Waterloo, IA).
Who owns the head start programs in ZIP 50703?
Ownership is not reported for the head start programs currently listed in ZIP 50703.
Which head start program in ZIP 50703 has the highest quality rating?
No head start program in ZIP 50703 has a published quality rating in the current state licensing data.

Data & methodology

Data source: public state licensing datasets including state child care licensing records and registries (processing date 2026-10-07). See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is provided for general information only.

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