Best Huxley Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,004 students in Huxley, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Huxley, IA are Ballard Middle School and Ballard High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Huxley, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Huxley have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Huxley, IA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ballard Middle School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
509 N Main Ave
Huxley, IA 50124
(515) 597-2815
Gr: 6-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Ballard High School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
701 Ballard Drive
Huxley, IA 50124
(515) 597-2971
Gr: 9-12 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Huxley, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Huxley, IA include Ballard Middle School and Ballard High School.
How many public schools are located in Huxley?
2 public schools are located in Huxley.
What is the racial composition of students in Huxley?
Huxley public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

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