For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 247 students in Underwood, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in Underwood, IA is Underwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Underwood, IA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 92% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in Underwood have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public high schools.
Underwood, IA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Underwood 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Underwood, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Underwood High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
629 North Street
Underwood, IA 51576
(712) 566-2703
Underwood, IA 51576
(712) 566-2703
Gr: 9-12 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Underwood, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Underwood, IA include Underwood High School.
How many public high schools are located in Underwood?
1 public high schools are located in Underwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Underwood?
Underwood 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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