For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 916 students in 50208, IA.
The top ranked public high schools in 50208, IA are Newton Senior High School and West Alternative School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 50208 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 63%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 73% statewide average). High schools in 50208, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50208 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Iowa average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Newton Senior 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50208, IA Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Newton Senior High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 E 4th St S
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-5797
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-5797
Grades: 9-12
| 843 students
Rank: #22.
West Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1302 1st Avenue West
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-0335
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-0335
Grades: 10-12
| 73 students
50208, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1900 N 5th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7742
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7742
Grades: K-3
| 430 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 50208, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50208, IA include Newton Senior High School and West Alternative School.
How many public high schools are located in 50208, IA?
2 public high schools are located in 50208, IA.
What is the racial composition of students in 50208, IA?
50208, IA public high schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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