For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,971 students in 50131, IA.
The top ranked public high schools in 50131, IA are Johnston Middle School and Johnston Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 50131 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50131, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50131 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Johnston Senior High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50131, IA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnston Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6501 Nw 62nd Ave
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 278-0476
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 278-0476
Gr: 8-9 | 1,200 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Johnston Senior High School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6500 Nw 100th Street
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 278-0449
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 278-0449
Gr: 10-12 | 1,771 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
50131, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Youth Homes Of Middle America (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
7085 Nw Beaver Dr
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 276-3473
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 276-3473
Gr: 6-12 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 50131, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50131, IA include Johnston Middle School and Johnston Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50131?
2 public high schools are located in 50131.
What is the racial composition of students in 50131?
50131 public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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