Serving 2,278 students in grades 9-12, Southeast Polk 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 65% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southeast Polk High School's student population of 2,278 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southeast Polk 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 Southeast Polk High School is 0.38, 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
#547 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
6%
7%
White
78%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast Polk High School's ranking?
Southeast Polk High School is ranked #547 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?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southeast Polk High School?
The graduation rate of Southeast Polk High School is 94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Southeast Polk High School?
2,278 students attend Southeast Polk High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Southeast Polk High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southeast Polk High School?
Southeast Polk High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southeast Polk High School offer ?
Southeast Polk High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Southeast Polk High School part of?
Southeast Polk High School is part of Southeast Polk Comm School District.
School Reviews
5 9/15/2020
Best school it''s clean staff nice.
1 6/25/2020
Produce better scores in the state testing, the money paid in to the school does not reflect in the test scores. Hold the administration and faculty accountable.
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