Serving 189 students in grades 9-12, Earlham Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Earlham Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Earlham school district, covering approximately 109 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching 9.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Earlham Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Earlham Senior High School's student population of 189 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Earlham Senior 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 Earlham Senior High School is 0.12, 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
#566 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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)17.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cardinal and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Earlham Senior High School's ranking?
Earlham Senior High School is ranked #566 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Earlham Senior High School often compared to?
Earlham Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Interstate 35 High School, Winterset Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Earlham Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Earlham Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Earlham Senior High School?
189 students attend Earlham Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Earlham Senior High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Earlham Senior High School?
Earlham Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Earlham Senior High School offer ?
Earlham Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Earlham Senior High School part of?
Earlham Senior High School is part of Earlham Comm School District.
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