Dunkerton High School is a small rural public high school in Dunkerton, Iowa. It is part of the Dunkerton Community School District which operates PreK-12 education within one facility in Dunkerton.
Serving 208 students in grades 6-12, Dunkerton 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunkerton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Dunkerton High School's student population of 208 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Motto
Empowering students to be life-long learners and caring, responsible citizens.
School Rankings
Dunkerton 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 Dunkerton High School is 0.19, 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
#929 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunkerton High School's ranking?
Dunkerton High School is ranked #929 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Dunkerton High School often compared to?
Dunkerton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East 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 68% IA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dunkerton High School?
The graduation rate of Dunkerton High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dunkerton High School?
208 students attend Dunkerton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Dunkerton High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunkerton High School?
Dunkerton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dunkerton High School offer ?
Dunkerton High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dunkerton High School part of?
Dunkerton High School is part of Dunkerton Comm School District.
School Calendar
View the Dunkerton High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
FIRST DAY FOR PK
August 27, 2025 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
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