Final Iowa Girls High School Basketball Rankings for 2/11/26

Algona Bishop Garrigan, Hinton, and Mount Vernon top the final rankings in Classes 1A, 2A, and 3A respectively.

Feb. 12, 2026 at 4:07am

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The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union has released the final high school basketball rankings for the 2025-2026 season. Algona Bishop Garrigan, Hinton, and Mount Vernon were named the top teams in Classes 1A, 2A, and 3A respectively. The rankings were compiled and released on February 4, 2026.

Why it matters

The IGHSAU rankings are an important benchmark for Iowa high school girls basketball teams, determining seeding and matchups for the upcoming state tournament. These final rankings provide a snapshot of the top teams heading into the postseason.

The details

In Class 1A, Algona Bishop Garrigan topped the rankings with a 19-2 record, followed by Newell-Fonda and Council Bluffs St. Albert. In Class 2A, Hinton was ranked #1 with a 17-1 record, ahead of Rock Valley and Central Lyon. And in Class 3A, Mount Vernon claimed the top spot with a 19-2 record, edging out Maquoketa and Des Moines Christian.

  • The final IGHSAU rankings for the 2025-2026 season were released on February 4, 2026.

The players

Algona Bishop Garrigan

A Class 1A high school basketball team that finished the season ranked #1 with a 19-2 record.

Hinton

A Class 2A high school basketball team that finished the season ranked #1 with a 17-1 record.

Mount Vernon

A Class 3A high school basketball team that finished the season ranked #1 with a 19-2 record.

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The takeaway

The final IGHSAU rankings showcase the top high school girls basketball teams in Iowa heading into the postseason tournament. These rankings will help determine seeding and matchups as teams compete for state championships in each class.