Best 52240 Iowa Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 180 students in 52240, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in 52240, IA is Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 52240 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 52240, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 52240 have a Graduation Rate of 47%, which is less than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School, with 45-49% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Best 52240, IA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School
Alternative School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1528 Mall Drive
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1080
Gr: 9-12 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 73%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 52240, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 52240, IA include Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 52240?
1 public high schools are located in 52240.
What is the racial composition of students in 52240?
52240 public high schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

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