Serving 234 students in grades 6-12, East Mills Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 20% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: East Mills Jr/Sr High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Malvern, IA, encompassing approximately 219.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Mills Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
East Mills Jr/sr High School's student population of 234 students has stayed relatively flat 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
234 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 ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Mills Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Mills Jr/sr High School is 0.19, 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
#176 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-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)26.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolverines
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Mills Jr/sr High School's ranking?
East Mills Jr/sr High School is ranked #176 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are East Mills Jr/sr High School often compared to?
East Mills Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fremont-mills Middle And Senior High School, Glenwood Senior High School, Fremont-mills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Mills Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of East Mills Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend East Mills Jr/sr High School?
234 students attend East Mills Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of East Mills Jr/sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Mills Jr/sr High School?
East Mills Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Mills Jr/sr High School offer ?
East Mills Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Mills Jr/sr High School part of?
East Mills Jr/sr High School is part of East Mills Comm School District.
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