For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 140 students in 50171, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in 50171, IA is Montezuma High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50171 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50171, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50171 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Montezuma High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50171, IA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montezuma High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
504 N. 4th St.
Montezuma, IA 50171
(641) 623-5121
Montezuma, IA 50171
(641) 623-5121
Gr: 9-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
50171, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
504 N 4th Street
Montezuma, IA 50171
(641) 623-5121
Montezuma, IA 50171
(641) 623-5121
Gr: K-12 | 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 50171, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 50171, IA include Montezuma High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50171?
1 public high schools are located in 50171.
What is the racial composition of students in 50171?
50171 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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