Best 50638 Iowa Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 247 students in 50638, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in 50638, IA is Grundy Center High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50638 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50638, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50638 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Grundy Center 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 7% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50638, IA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grundy Center High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1006 M Ave
Grundy Center, IA 50638
(319) 825-5449
Gr: 9-12 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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50638, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
802 J Ave
Grundy Center, IA 50638
(319) 825-6257
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 50638, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 50638, IA include Grundy Center High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50638?
1 public high schools are located in 50638.
What is the racial composition of students in 50638?
50638 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

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