Central Springs High School

105 S East St
Manly, IA 50456
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 233 students in grades 9-12, Central Springs 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 233 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : 90-94% (Top 30% in IA)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Central Springs High School's student population of 233 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

School Rankings

Central Springs High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Springs High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#447 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
65-69%
64%
75-79%
70%
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.21
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Central Springs High School's ranking?
Central Springs High School is ranked #447 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Central Springs High School often compared to?
Central Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood-kensett Middle/high School, Lake Mills Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Central Springs High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Central Springs High School?
233 students attend Central Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Central Springs High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Springs High School?
Central Springs High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Springs High School offer ?
Central Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Springs High School part of?
Central Springs High School is part of Central Springs Comm School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 233 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : 90-94% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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