Calamus–Wheatland High School is a rural public, four-year high school located in Wheatland, Iowa. The school is part of the Calamus–Wheatland Community School District.
Serving 182 students in grades 7-12, Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Calamus-Wheatland Sec Attendance Center serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 123.4 square miles around Wheatland, IA, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of this zone is about 6.7 miles, and the furthest point is located 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center's student population of 182 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
182 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
School Rankings
Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center 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 Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center is 0.12, 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
#566 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
94%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center's ranking?
Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center is ranked #566 out of 1,223 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center?
The graduation rate of Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center?
182 students attend Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center?
Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center offer ?
Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center part of?
Calamus-wheatland Secondary Attendance Center is part of Calamus-Wheatland Comm School District.
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