For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 284 students in 51240, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in 51240, IA is West Lyon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 51240 have an average math proficiency score of 88% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 51240, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 51240 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Lyon 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51240, IA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Lyon High School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1787 182nd Street
Inwood, IA 51240
(712) 753-4917
Inwood, IA 51240
(712) 753-4917
Gr: 9-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 51240, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 51240, IA include West Lyon High School.
How many public high schools are located in 51240?
1 public high schools are located in 51240.
What is the racial composition of students in 51240?
51240 public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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