Bettendorf High School serves 1,523 students in grades 9-12.
Bettendorf High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bettendorf High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bettendorf High School's student population of 1,523 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bettendorf High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Bettendorf High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#335 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
8%
7%
White
75%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) 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 #335 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
71% 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 Bettendorf High School?
The graduation rate of Bettendorf High School is 96%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bettendorf High School?
1,523 students attend Bettendorf High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Bettendorf High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 Bettendorf High School?
Bettendorf High School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bettendorf High School part of?
Bettendorf High School is part of Bettendorf Community School District.
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