For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,440 students in Ames, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in Ames, IA is Ames High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ames, IA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in Ames have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Ames, IA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ames High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Ames, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ames High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Ridgewood Drive
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 817-0600
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 817-0600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,440 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Ames, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Ames, IA include Ames High School.
How many public high schools are located in Ames?
1 public high schools are located in Ames.
What is the racial composition of students in Ames?
Ames public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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