Serving 224 students in grades 6-12, Dunkerton High School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunkerton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Dunkerton High School's student population of 224 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dunkerton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunkerton High School is 0.19, 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
#757 out of 1221 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
2%
7%
White
90%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunkerton High School's ranking?
Dunkerton High School is ranked #757 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Dunkerton High School often compared to?
Dunkerton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dunkerton High School?
The graduation rate of Dunkerton High School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dunkerton High School?
224 students attend Dunkerton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Dunkerton High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunkerton High School?
Dunkerton High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dunkerton High School offer ?
Dunkerton High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dunkerton High School part of?
Dunkerton High School is part of Dunkerton Comm School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - 11:00 Dismissal
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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