Serving 1,557 students in grades 9-12, Iowa City 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 62% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iowa City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Iowa City High School's student population of 1,557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Iowa City 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 Iowa City High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#589 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
19%
12%
Black
18%
7%
White
54%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iowa City High School's ranking?
Iowa City High School is ranked #589 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Iowa City High School often compared to?
Iowa City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Senior High School, Liberty High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Iowa City High School?
The graduation rate of Iowa City High School is 92%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Iowa City High School?
1,557 students attend Iowa City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Iowa City High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iowa City High School?
Iowa City High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Iowa City High School offer ?
Iowa City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Iowa City High School part of?
Iowa City High School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
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