Dubuque Online School serves 242 students in grades 6-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dubuque Online School's student population of 242 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 120% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dubuque Online School is 0.39, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
10%
7%
White
77%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dubuque Online School?
242 students attend Dubuque Online School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Dubuque Online School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dubuque Online School?
Dubuque Online School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dubuque Online School offer ?
Dubuque Online School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Dubuque Online School part of?
Dubuque Online School is part of Dubuque Comm School District.
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