Serving 196 students in grades 7-12, Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School's student population of 196 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#481 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
7%
White
97%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School is ranked #481 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School?
196 students attend Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School?
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School offer ?
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School part of?
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School is part of Belle Plaine Comm School District.
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