Serving 200 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 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunkerton High School's attendance zone covers the entire Dunkerton school district, encompassing approximately 81.7 square miles. The area is situated in Dunkerton, IA, and typically requires a 10-12 minute drive to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dunkerton High School's student population of 200 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
200 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.13, 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
#929 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Raider
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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 higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Dunkerton High School?
200 students attend Dunkerton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dunkerton High School students are White, 5% 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 Dunkerton High School?
Dunkerton High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than 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
NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - 11:00 DISMISSAL
May 24, 2027 (Monday)
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