For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,427 students in 50010, IA.
The top ranked public high school in 50010, IA is Ames High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50010 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50010, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50010 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Iowa average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ames High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50010, IA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ames High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1801 Ridgewood Drive
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 817-0600
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 817-0600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,427 students
50010, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
415 Stanton Ave
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3755
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3755
Grades: K
| 38 students
601 28th St
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3780
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3780
Grades: K-6
| 225 students
921 9th St
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3785
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 239-3785
Grades: K-6
| 273 students
Xcel High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
1921 Ames High Dr
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 817-0635
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 817-0635
Grades: 9-12
| 16 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 50010, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50010, IA include Ames High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50010?
1 public high schools are located in 50010.
What is the racial composition of students in 50010?
50010 public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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