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

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
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Largest School Districts in Iowa

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Reviews From Schools in Iowa

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Teacher
June 29, 2025
This school is offers an extremely toxic environment because of the students. They are loud, discriminatory, aggressive, don’t listen to their teachers or their peers, and are extremely rude to each... More
Review for Evans Middle School
Parent / Guardian
June 21, 2025
I have been a parent of the Davenport community school district with all four of my children, and Central High school has been an amazing experience for all four of them. The education they received... More
Review for Central High School
Parent / Guardian
June 17, 2025
We have only been part of the MNW Elementary family for a year, but we have been nothing short of impressed. From day one, the staff has been welcoming, responsive, and truly committed to doing what... More
Review for Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School-Barnum