Best 50276 Iowa Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 380 students in 50276, IA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 50276, IA are Woodward-granger High School and Woodward Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 50276 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50276, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50276 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Woodward-granger 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 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50276, IA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodward-granger High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
306 W 3rd St
Woodward, IA 50276
(515) 438-2115
Gr: 9-12 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Woodward Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1251 334th St
Woodward, IA 50276
(515) 438-3150
Gr: 5-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 47%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 50276, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 50276, IA include Woodward-granger High School and Woodward Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 50276?
2 public high schools are located in 50276.
What is the racial composition of students in 50276?
50276 public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

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