For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 857 students in 50588, IA.
The top ranked public high school in 50588, IA is Storm Lake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 50588 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50588, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50588 have a Graduation Rate of 52%, which is less than the Iowa average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Storm Lake High School, with 50-54% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50588, IA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Storm Lake High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
621 Tornado Dr
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8065
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8065
Grades: 9-12
| 805 students
Rank: n/an/a
St. Lake/ia Cntrl/buena Vista Early College High School
Charter School
621 Tornado Dr
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8065
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8065
Grades: 12
| 52 students
50588, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
301 E 7th
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8072
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8072
Grades: 2-4
| 122 students
310 Cayuga
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8069
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8069
Grades: PK-4
| 254 students
Storm Lake Alternative School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
621 Tornado Dr
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 749-5180
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 749-5180
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
1001 W 6th St
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8074
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8074
Grades: K-4
| 202 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 50588, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50588, IA include Storm Lake High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50588?
2 public high schools are located in 50588.
What is the racial composition of students in 50588?
50588 public high schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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