Serving 87 students in grades 6-12, Essex Junior-senior 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 10:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 87 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Essex Junior-Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Essex, IA, covering approximately 90.4 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Essex Junior-senior 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Essex Junior-senior High School's student population of 87 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
87 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Essex Junior-senior 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 Essex Junior-senior High School is 0.20, 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)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Essex Junior-senior High School's ranking?
Essex Junior-senior High School is ranked #176 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
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 Essex Junior-senior High School?
The graduation rate of Essex Junior-senior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Essex Junior-senior High School?
87 students attend Essex Junior-senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Essex Junior-senior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Essex Junior-senior High School?
Essex Junior-senior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Essex Junior-senior High School offer ?
Essex Junior-senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Essex Junior-senior High School part of?
Essex Junior-senior High School is part of Essex Comm School District.
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