Southwest Valley High School is a rural, public high school located in Corning, Iowa. The school was renamed after Corning Community Schools and Villisca Community Schools entered into a whole-grade sharing agreement.
Serving 193 students in grades 9-12, Southwest Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest Valley High School's student population of 193 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2012
Colors
Black and Teal
School Calendar
School Motto
The Southwest Valley community will create an enthusiastic learning environment to promote responsible and empathetic contributors to society.
School Rankings
Southwest Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Valley High School is 0.12, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#973 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Timberwolves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Valley High School's ranking?
Southwest Valley High School is ranked #973 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwest Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Southwest Valley High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Southwest Valley High School?
193 students attend Southwest Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Southwest Valley High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Valley High School?
Southwest Valley High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest Valley High School offer ?
Southwest Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southwest Valley High School part of?
Southwest Valley High School is part of Corning Community School District.
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