For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 200 students in 50156, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in 50156, IA is Madrid High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50156 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50156, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50156 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Madrid 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50156, IA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madrid High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
599 N Kennedy
Madrid, IA 50156
(515) 795-3240
Madrid, IA 50156
(515) 795-3240
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 50156, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 50156, IA include Madrid High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50156?
1 public high schools are located in 50156.
What is the racial composition of students in 50156?
50156 public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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