For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 273 students in 50459, IA.
The top ranked public high school in 50459, IA is Northwood-kensett Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50459 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50459, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50459 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Iowa average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northwood-kensett Middle/high School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50459, IA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwood-kensett Middle/high School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
704 7th Street North
Northwood, IA 50459
(641) 324-2142
Northwood, IA 50459
(641) 324-2142
Grades: 6-12
| 273 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 50459, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50459, IA include Northwood-kensett Middle/high School.
How many public high schools are located in 50459?
1 public high schools are located in 50459.
What is the racial composition of students in 50459?
50459 public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
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