For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 776 students in Avoca, IA.
The top ranked public schools in Avoca, IA are Ahstw High School, Ahstw Intermediate School and Ahstw Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Avoca, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Avoca have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Avoca, IA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ahstw High School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
768 S Maple
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Grades: 9-12
| 218 students
Rank: #22.
Ahstw Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
768 S Maple St
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Grades: 4-8
| 262 students
Rank: #33.
Ahstw Primary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
768 S Maple
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Grades: PK-3
| 296 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Avoca, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Avoca, IA include Ahstw High School, Ahstw Intermediate School and Ahstw Primary School.
How many public schools are located in Avoca?
3 public schools are located in Avoca.
What is the racial composition of students in Avoca?
Avoca public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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