For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 503 students in 50201, IA.
The top ranked public high school in 50201, IA is Nevada High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50201 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50201, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50201 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Iowa average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nevada High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50201, IA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nevada High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1001 15th St
Nevada, IA 50201
(515) 382-3521
Nevada, IA 50201
(515) 382-3521
Grades: 9-12
| 503 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 50201, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50201, IA include Nevada High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50201?
1 public high schools are located in 50201.
What is the racial composition of students in 50201?
50201 public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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