Serving 370 students in grades 7-12, Hinton 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 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hinton High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 129.1 square miles in Hinton, IA. Most areas within the zone are typically a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 6.9 miles to the edge and a maximum distance of 10.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hinton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hinton High School's student population of 370 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hinton 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 Hinton High School is 0.12, 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
#199 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hinton High School's ranking?
Hinton High School is ranked #199 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Hinton High School often compared to?
Hinton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsley-pierson High School, Le Mars High School, Akron Westfield Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hinton High School?
The graduation rate of Hinton High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hinton High School?
370 students attend Hinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hinton High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hinton High School?
Hinton High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hinton High School offer ?
Hinton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hinton High School part of?
Hinton High School is part of Hinton Comm School District.
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