For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 134 students in 50424, IA.
The top ranked public high school in 50424, IA is North Iowa High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50424 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50424, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50424 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Iowa High School, with ≥80% 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 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50424, IA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Iowa High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
111 3rd Ave Nw
Buffalo Center, IA 50424
(641) 562-2525
Buffalo Center, IA 50424
(641) 562-2525
Gr: 9-12 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 50424, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50424, IA include North Iowa High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50424?
1 public high schools are located in 50424.
What is the racial composition of students in 50424?
50424 public high schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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