Dike-new Hartford High School

330 Main St
Dike, IA 50624
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 281 students in grades 9-12, Dike-new Hartford High School ranks in the top 30% 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 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 281 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 80% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Dike-new Hartford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

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School Overview

Dike-new Hartford High School's student population of 281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Motto
Educational Equity Statement: It is the policy of the Dike New Hartford Community School District not to discriminate based on various factors.

School Rankings

Dike-new Hartford High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dike-new Hartford High School is 0.10, 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)
#310 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
80%
68%
75-79%
70%
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
95%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.10
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dike-new Hartford High School's ranking?
Dike-new Hartford High School is ranked #310 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Dike-new Hartford High School often compared to?
Dike-new Hartford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gladbrook-reinbeck Jr. High & High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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 Dike-new Hartford High School?
The graduation rate of Dike-new Hartford High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dike-new Hartford High School?
281 students attend Dike-new Hartford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Dike-new Hartford High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dike-new Hartford High School?
Dike-new Hartford High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dike-new Hartford High School offer ?
Dike-new Hartford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dike-new Hartford High School part of?
Dike-new Hartford High School is part of Dike-New Hartford Comm School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 281 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 80% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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