For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 411 students in Holstein, IA.
The top ranked public school in Holstein, IA is Ridge View High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Holstein, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Holstein have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Holstein, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ridge View High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
519 E Maple
Holstein, IA 51025
(712) 368-4353
Holstein, IA 51025
(712) 368-4353
Grades: 9-12
| 238 students
Rank: n/an/a
519 E Maple
Holstein, IA 51025
(712) 368-4353
Holstein, IA 51025
(712) 368-4353
Grades: PK-3
| 173 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Holstein, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Holstein, IA include Ridge View High School.
How many public schools are located in Holstein?
2 public schools are located in Holstein.
What is the racial composition of students in Holstein?
Holstein public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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