For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,591 students in 50703, IA.
The top ranked public high schools in 50703, IA are East High School and Expo Alternative Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 50703 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50703, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50703 have a Graduation Rate of 58%, which is less than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50703, IA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
214 High St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2400
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,013 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Expo Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1410 Independence Ave
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1930
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1930
Gr: 6-12 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
50703, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Expo High School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
927 Franklin
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1930
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1930
Gr: 9-12
1913 Heath St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 235-5557
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 235-5557
Gr: PK | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
200 E Arlington St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 291-4883
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 291-4883
Gr: K-5 | 79 students Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 50703, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50703, IA include East High School and Expo Alternative Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 50703?
2 public high schools are located in 50703.
What is the racial composition of students in 50703?
50703 public high schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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