For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 298 students in 50525, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in 50525, IA is Clarion-goldfield-dows High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50525 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50525, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50525 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clarion-goldfield-dows High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50525, IA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarion-goldfield-dows High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1111 Willow Dr
Clarion, IA 50525
(515) 532-2895
Clarion, IA 50525
(515) 532-2895
Gr: 9-12 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
50525, Iowa 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Clarion-goldfield Alternative School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
300 3rd Ave Ne
Clarion, IA 50525
(515) 532-2414
Clarion, IA 50525
(515) 532-2414
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 50525, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 50525, IA include Clarion-goldfield-dows High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50525?
1 public high schools are located in 50525.
What is the racial composition of students in 50525?
50525 public high schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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