Top Rated Schools in This State

These are some of the top-rated public schools in Iowa based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about ӣƵ ratings.

College Success Award

These are some of the best public high schools in Iowa at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.

Academic Summary

Are the schools in Iowa offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.

Largest School Districts in Iowa

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Reviews From Schools in Iowa

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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
December 20, 2024
Each year less classes were offered, the superintendent makes 6 figures while my language arts teacher quit to work as a cashier at Walmart because it paid more, all of the learning materials are... More
Current student
December 17, 2024
I would not recommend this school i go here and there are bugs like crickets and wolf spiders teachers are very mean they give you referrals for no reason like looking at the clock they don't do... More
Review for North Middle School
Parent / Guardian
December 16, 2024
It is a good small-town school system. The integration with the local community college is great, and my kid will end up with a fair amount of college credit (transferrable to the state universities... More
Review for Okoboji High School