For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 4,865 students in Waukee, IA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Waukee, IA are Prairieview School, Northwest High School and Timberline School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waukee, IA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in Waukee have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public high schools.
Waukee, IA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northwest High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Waukee, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairieview School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
655 Se University Ave
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-2770
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-2770
Gr: 8-9 | 1,078 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Northwest High School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
655 Nw 10th St
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5161
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5161
Gr: 10-12 | 1,524 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Timberline School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2605 Se La Grant Parkway
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-9444
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-9444
Gr: 8-9 | 918 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Waukee High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
555 Se University Avenue
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5163
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5163
Gr: 10-12 | 1,345 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Waukee, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
430 Ashowrth Dr
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5160
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5160
Gr: PK | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Waukee, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Waukee, IA include Prairieview School, Northwest High School and Timberline School.
How many public high schools are located in Waukee?
4 public high schools are located in Waukee.
What is the racial composition of students in Waukee?
Waukee public high schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Waukee are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Waukee include: Northwest High School vs. Waukee High School
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