Top Rated Schools in This State

These are some of the top-rated public schools in Iowa based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.

College Success Award

These are some of the best public high schools in Iowa at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.

Academic Summary

Are the schools in Iowa offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
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Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
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Largest School Districts in Iowa

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Reviews From Schools in Iowa

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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
August 08, 2025
My time that I went here everybody was very rude to me except for a few. Teachers at this school act like they are in high school with how they gossip and the counselors are just cruel. During my time... More
Review for Fairfield High School
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July 31, 2025
Great school. Great teachers, support staff and administration. Go Royals
Review for Remsen-Union Middle School
Parent / Guardian
July 31, 2025
I gave the school all the info they needed about the medical condition of my child and they didn’t care. I even tried explaining to the teacher that she was experiencing symptoms from her medication... More
Review for Stewart Elementary School