2,418
Preschools
1,212
Elementary Schools
623
Middle Schools
473
High Schools
1,404
Public District Schools
2,050
Private Schools
3,458
Total Schools
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.
Largest School Districts in Iowa
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Des Moines Independent Community School District
30,739 students | DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 63 schools -
Cedar Rapids Community School District
15,564 students | CEDAR RAPIDS, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 35 schools -
Sioux City Community School District
14,989 students | SIOUX CITY, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 22 schools -
Iowa City Community School District
14,805 students | IOWA CITY, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 30 schools -
Davenport Community School District
14,135 students | DAVENPORT, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 28 schools
Reviews From Schools in Iowa
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Teacher
March 26, 2025
School is filled with troublemakers, and as a teacher, I had to deal with them last year. Kids were constantly yelling cuss words, or even throwing things across the classroom. In the end, don't take... More
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Red Oak High School
Teacher
March 26, 2025
This school is filled with hateful teachers. I taught in 2023, and it was the worst experience of my life. The students were horrible, always trying to be on their phones and showing a large amount of... More
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Mount Ayr High School
Parent / Guardian
March 26, 2025
This is an absolutely fabulous school. This school is filled with great education.
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Lenox High School