Serving 242 students in grades 6-12, East Union Middle-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 69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher 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 6% 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: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: East Union Middle-High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Afton, IA, covering approximately 265.4 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 10.1 miles to the edge and a maximum distance of 17.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Union Middle-high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Union Middle-high School's student population of 242 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Union Middle-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 East Union Middle-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
#622 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Hispanic
4%
14%
White
94%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Union Middle-high School's ranking?
East Union Middle-high School is ranked #622 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are East Union Middle-high School often compared to?
East Union Middle-high Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Ayr High School, Diagonal Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Union Middle-high School?
The graduation rate of East Union Middle-high School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend East Union Middle-high School?
242 students attend East Union Middle-high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of East Union Middle-high School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Union Middle-high School?
East Union Middle-high School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Union Middle-high School offer ?
East Union Middle-high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Union Middle-high School part of?
East Union Middle-high School is part of East Union Comm School District.
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