For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 375 students in 50049, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in 50049, IA is Chariton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50049 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50049, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50049 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Chariton 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50049, IA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chariton High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 N Grand
Chariton, IA 50049
(641) 774-5066
Chariton, IA 50049
(641) 774-5066
Gr: 9-12 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
50049, Iowa 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
The Other Hand High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
140 E Albia Road
Chariton, IA 50049
(641) 774-4723
Chariton, IA 50049
(641) 774-4723
Gr: 9-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 50049, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 50049, IA include Chariton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50049?
1 public high schools are located in 50049.
What is the racial composition of students in 50049?
50049 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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