Serving 45 students in grades 9-12, Greenview Alternative 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 45:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 45:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenview Alternative School's student population of 45 students has grown by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
45 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenview Alternative 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 Greenview Alternative School is 0.41, 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
#1215 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
45:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
n/a
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
4%
7%
White
76%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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)15.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 Greenview Alternative School's ranking?
Greenview Alternative School is ranked #1215 out of 1,223 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greenview Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Greenview Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Greenview Alternative School?
45 students attend Greenview Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Greenview Alternative School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenview Alternative School?
Greenview Alternative School has a student ration of 45:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greenview Alternative School offer ?
Greenview Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenview Alternative School part of?
Greenview Alternative School is part of Waverly-Shell Rock Comm School District.
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