Best 50424 Iowa Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 124 students in 50424, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in 50424, IA is North Iowa High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50424 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50424, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50424 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Iowa High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50424, IA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Iowa High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
111 3rd Ave Nw
Buffalo Center, IA 50424
(641) 562-2525
Gr: 9-12 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 50424, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 50424, IA include North Iowa High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50424?
1 public high schools are located in 50424.
What is the racial composition of students in 50424?
50424 public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

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