For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 180 students in 50849, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in 50849, IA is Nodaway Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50849 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50849, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50849 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nodaway Valley 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50849, IA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nodaway Valley High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
410 Nw 2nd
Greenfield, IA 50849
(641) 630-1042
Greenfield, IA 50849
(641) 630-1042
Gr: 9-12 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 50849, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 50849, IA include Nodaway Valley High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50849?
1 public high schools are located in 50849.
What is the racial composition of students in 50849?
50849 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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