For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 393 students in 52356, IA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 52356, IA are Mid-prairie High School and Mid-prairie Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 52356 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 52356, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 52356 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mid-prairie High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52356, IA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mid-prairie High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1634 Highway 22 E
Wellman, IA 52356
(319) 646-6091
Wellman, IA 52356
(319) 646-6091
Gr: 9-12 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Mid-prairie Virtual Academy
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1636 Hwy 22
Wellman, IA 52356
(319) 646-6093
Wellman, IA 52356
(319) 646-6093
Gr: K-12 | 31 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 52356, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 52356, IA include Mid-prairie High School and Mid-prairie Virtual Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 52356?
2 public high schools are located in 52356.
What is the racial composition of students in 52356?
52356 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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