2,403
Preschools
1,179
Elementary Schools
599
Middle Schools
450
High Schools
1,358
Public District Schools
2,052
Private Schools
3,413
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Iowa based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Iowa at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Iowa offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Iowa
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Des Moines Independent Community School District
31,720 students | DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 62 schools -
Cedar Rapids Community School District
15,786 students | CEDAR RAPIDS, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 31 schools -
Sioux City Community School District
14,941 students | SIOUX CITY, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 21 schools -
Davenport Community School District
14,609 students | DAVENPORT, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 31 schools -
Iowa City Community School District
14,428 students | IOWA CITY, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 28 schools
Reviews From Schools in Iowa
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
March 17, 2024
Some teachers teach but lots of my child’s teacher do not participate in class, they have students only do online work with no direct instruction. Fights are a very common occurrence. The food is is... More
Review for
Mckinley Middle School
Parent / Guardian
March 17, 2024
Very disappointed in our experience especially since most reviews from a few years ago were so good. Send your kids elsewhere and save yourself the headache.
Review for
Studebaker Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
March 08, 2024
Great school providing a high quality education with traditional Christian values.
Review for
Victory Christian Academy