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.
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Student Demographics

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Reviews From Schools in Iowa

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Parent / Guardian
January 21, 2025
When you walk into the Fairfield Middle School you will see a great group of staff members that strive on a day-to-day basis to to engage students in a positive way. Students greet guests with... More
Review for Fairfield Middle School
Current student
January 21, 2025
This school does not enforce bullying rules, there are students that get bullied while teachers walk by, there are some good teachers that care about how students are feeling except for when they are... More
Review for Merrill Middle School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
January 21, 2025
Fairfield Middle School is the best! We joke about it being the "best stuff is in the middle", but it's true! My kids went through this school district years ago. It was great then and still... More
Review for Fairfield Middle School