Bettendorf High School is a public four-year comprehensive high school located in Bettendorf, Iowa and is part of the Bettendorf Community School District.
Serving 1,433 students in grades 9-12, Bettendorf High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bettendorf High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bettendorf school district, covering approximately 10 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 1.9 miles and the furthest edge located 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bettendorf High School's student population of 1,433 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,433 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bettendorf High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bettendorf High School is 0.50, which is more 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
#509 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bettendorf High School's ranking?
Bettendorf High School is ranked #509 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Bettendorf High School often compared to?
Bettendorf High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bettendorf High School?
The graduation rate of Bettendorf High School is 88%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Bettendorf High School?
1,433 students attend Bettendorf High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Bettendorf High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bettendorf High School?
Bettendorf High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bettendorf High School offer ?
Bettendorf High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bettendorf High School part of?
Bettendorf High School is part of Bettendorf Comm School District.
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