Best 50158 Iowa Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,719 students in 50158, IA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 50158, IA are Marshalltown High School and Marshalltown Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 50158 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50158, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50158 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Marshalltown High School, with 83% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50158, IA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marshalltown High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1602 S 2nd Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1130
Gr: 9-12 | 1,629 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Marshalltown Virtual Academy
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1002 South 3rd Avenue
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1000
Gr: 7-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 90:1 Minority enrollment: 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 50158, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 50158, IA include Marshalltown High School and Marshalltown Virtual Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 50158?
2 public high schools are located in 50158.
What is the racial composition of students in 50158?
50158 public high schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

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