For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 857 students in 50588, IA.
The top ranked public high school in 50588, IA is Storm Lake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 50588 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50588, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50588 have a Graduation Rate of 46%, which is less than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Storm Lake High School, with 46% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50588, IA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Storm Lake High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
621 Tornado Dr
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8065
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8065
Gr: 9-12 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
St. Lake/ia Cntrl/buena Vista Early College High School
Charter School
621 Tornado Dr
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8065
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8065
Gr: 12 | 52 students Minority enrollment: 92%
50588, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 E 7th
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8072
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8072
Gr: 2-4 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
310 Cayuga
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8069
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8069
Gr: PK-4 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Storm Lake Alternative School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
621 Tornado Dr
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 749-5180
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 749-5180
Gr: 9-12
1001 W 6th St
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8074
Storm Lake, IA 50588
(712) 732-8074
Gr: K-4 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 50588, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50588, IA include Storm Lake High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50588?
2 public high schools are located in 50588.
What is the racial composition of students in 50588?
50588 public high schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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