For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 305 students in 50261, IA.
The top ranked public high school in 50261, IA is Van Meter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50261 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 91% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50261, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50261 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Iowa average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Van Meter 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50261, IA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Van Meter High School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
520 1st Ave
Van Meter, IA 50261
(515) 996-2221
Van Meter, IA 50261
(515) 996-2221
Grades: 9-12
| 305 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 50261, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50261, IA include Van Meter High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50261?
1 public high schools are located in 50261.
What is the racial composition of students in 50261?
50261 public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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