For the 2026 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 (2026)
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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