Greene County High School

1901 North Grimmell
Jefferson, IA 50129
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 375 students in grades 9-12, Greene County 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 54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 375 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : 80-84% (Btm 50% in IA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 54% (Btm 50%)
  • : 69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Greene County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Greene County High School's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

School Rankings

Greene County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greene County High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#880 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
54%
64%
69%
70%
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Greene County High School's ranking?
Greene County High School is ranked #880 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greene County High School?
The graduation rate of Greene County High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Greene County High School?
375 students attend Greene County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Greene County High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greene County High School?
Greene County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greene County High School offer ?
Greene County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greene County High School part of?
Greene County High School is part of Greene County Comm School District.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 18, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 19, 2026 (Thursday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 375 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : 80-84% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 54% (Btm 50%)
  • : 69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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