Serving 381 students in grades 9-12, Anamosa 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 65% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Anamosa High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 133.1 square miles in Anamosa, IA. This area typically features a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anamosa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Anamosa High School's student population of 381 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
381 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Rooted in Excellence, Ready for the Future
School Rankings
Anamosa High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anamosa High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#821 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anamosa High School's ranking?
Anamosa High School is ranked #821 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Anamosa High School often compared to?
Anamosa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monticello High School, Midland Middle/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anamosa High School?
The graduation rate of Anamosa High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Anamosa High School?
381 students attend Anamosa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Anamosa High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anamosa High School?
Anamosa High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anamosa High School offer ?
Anamosa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anamosa High School part of?
Anamosa High School is part of Anamosa Comm School District.
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