Serving 486 students in grades 9-12, Creston High School ranks in the top 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 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Creston High School serves the eastern part of its school district in Creston, IA, covering an area of approximately 173.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 12.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Creston High School's student population of 486 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
486 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Creston 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 Creston High School is 0.22, 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
#492 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
88%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creston High School's ranking?
Creston High School is ranked #492 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?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Creston High School?
The graduation rate of Creston High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Creston High School?
486 students attend Creston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Creston High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creston High School?
Creston High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Creston High School offer ?
Creston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Creston High School part of?
Creston High School is part of Creston Comm School District.
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