2,405
Preschools
1,181
Elementary Schools
601
Middle Schools
452
High Schools
1,358
Public District Schools
2,054
Private Schools
3,415
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Iowa based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. 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.
Largest School Districts in Iowa
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Des Moines Independent Community School District
31,720 students | DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 62 schools -
Cedar Rapids Community School District
15,786 students | CEDAR RAPIDS, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 31 schools -
Sioux City Community School District
14,941 students | SIOUX CITY, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 21 schools -
Davenport Community School District
14,609 students | DAVENPORT, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 31 schools -
Iowa City Community School District
14,428 students | IOWA CITY, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 28 schools
Reviews From Schools in Iowa
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Parent / Guardian
December 05, 2023
I am very disappointed with the Christmas program. I don't think that the first two rows of seats should be reserved for teachers, unless they are involved in the program. It should be first come gets... More
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Melcher-Dallas Elementary School
Current student
December 05, 2023
There is not enough help for the special Ed students. They have to have students help them get to their classes because there is no help.
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Northwest Junior High School
Current student
December 05, 2023
This school sucks, I would not recommend
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Northwest Junior High School