Boyden–Hull Junior/High School is the only public middle and high school located in Hull, Iowa, United States. It is a part of the Boyden–Hull Community School District. Their mascot is the Comet. The school's athletic teams compete in the Siouxland Conference.
Serving 253 students in grades 7-12, Boyden-hull High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Boyden-Hull High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Hull, IA, encompassing approximately 108.4 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 6.4 miles, with the furthest point being 10.1 miles away, making for a typical drive to the school of 10 to 15 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boyden-hull High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Boyden-hull High School's student population of 253 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
253 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Boyden-hull 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 Boyden-hull High School is 0.47, 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
#395 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
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)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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)19.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Comet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boyden-hull High School's ranking?
Boyden-hull High School is ranked #395 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Boyden-hull High School often compared to?
Boyden-hull High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sioux Center High School, Moc-floyd Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% 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 Boyden-hull High School?
The graduation rate of Boyden-hull High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Boyden-hull High School?
253 students attend Boyden-hull High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Boyden-hull High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boyden-hull High School?
Boyden-hull High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Boyden-hull High School offer ?
Boyden-hull High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boyden-hull High School part of?
Boyden-hull High School is part of Boyden-Hull Comm School District.
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