Serving 288 students in grades 9-12, Rock Valley 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 61% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Rock Valley High School's student population of 288 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rock Valley 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 Rock Valley High School is 0.51, 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
#552 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
40%
12%
Black
n/a
7%
White
58%
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
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Rock Valley High School's ranking?
Rock Valley High School is ranked #552 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rock Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Rock Valley High School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rock Valley High School?
288 students attend Rock Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Rock Valley High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rock Valley High School?
Rock Valley High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rock Valley High School offer ?
Rock Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Valley High School part of?
Rock Valley High School is part of Rock Valley Comm School District.
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