Serving 163 students in grades 7-12, Glidden-ralston Jr-sr 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glidden-Ralston Jr-Sr High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Glidden, IA, encompassing approximately 115.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 10.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School's student population of 163 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
163 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glidden-ralston Jr-sr 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 Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School is 0.13, 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
#1037 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School is ranked #1037 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll High School, Ikm-manning High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School?
163 students attend Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School?
Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School offer ?
Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School part of?
Glidden-ralston Jr-sr High School is part of Glidden-Ralston Comm School District.
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