Serving 198 students in grades 9-12, Guthrie Center High School ranks in the top 50% 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 70-74% (which is approximately equal to 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Guthrie Center High School serves the entire district of Guthrie Center, IA, covering an area of approximately 186 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Guthrie Center High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Guthrie Center High School's student population of 198 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
198 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Guthrie Center 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 Guthrie Center High School is 0.19, 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
#458 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Guthrie Center High School's ranking?
Guthrie Center High School is ranked #458 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Guthrie Center High School often compared to?
Guthrie Center High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Central Valley High School, Panorama High School by visitors of our site.
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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Guthrie Center High School?
The graduation rate of Guthrie Center High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Guthrie Center High School?
198 students attend Guthrie Center High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Guthrie Center High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Guthrie Center High School?
Guthrie Center High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Guthrie Center High School offer ?
Guthrie Center High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Guthrie Center High School part of?
Guthrie Center High School is part of Guthrie Center Comm School District.
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