Serving 214 students in grades 6-12, English Valleys Jr-sr 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 72% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
English Valleys Jr-sr High School's student population of 214 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
214 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
English Valleys Jr-sr 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 English Valleys Jr-sr High School is 0.22, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
88%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is English Valleys Jr-sr High School's ranking?
English Valleys Jr-sr High School is ranked #566 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
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 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of English Valleys Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of English Valleys Jr-sr High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend English Valleys Jr-sr High School?
214 students attend English Valleys Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of English Valleys Jr-sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of English Valleys Jr-sr High School?
English Valleys Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does English Valleys Jr-sr High School offer ?
English Valleys Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is English Valleys Jr-sr High School part of?
English Valleys Jr-sr High School is part of English Valleys Comm School District.
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