For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 765 students in Avoca, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Avoca, IA are Ahstw High School, Ahstw Intermediate School and Ahstw Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Avoca, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Avoca have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Avoca, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ahstw High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
768 S Maple
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Gr: 9-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Ahstw Intermediate School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
768 S Maple St
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Gr: 4-8 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Ahstw Primary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
768 S Maple
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Avoca, IA 51521
(712) 343-6364
Gr: PK-3 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Avoca, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Avoca, IA include Ahstw High School, Ahstw Intermediate School and Ahstw Primary School.
How many public schools are located in Avoca?
3 public schools are located in Avoca.
What is the racial composition of students in Avoca?
Avoca public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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