Top Rated Schools in This State

These are some of the top-rated public schools in Iowa based on a variety of measures. 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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Current student
October 10, 2025
It's my 2nd year at Gateway and it's honestly a good school. I'm getting my work done faster than I would if I were still at OHS. This school made me enjoy learning about the volume of a cube. The... More
Review for The Gateway Center
Parent / Guardian
October 10, 2025
From my personal experience, this is my children’s first year at this school, each one of them have experience physical bullying- such as choking and being hit in the face and along with being told... More
Review for Longfellow Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
October 10, 2025
Webster Elementary is one of the best k-5 schools in the state. Teachers really care about their students and they are great at their job. One heads up is that occasionally at the middle school and... More
Review for Webster Elementary School