Serving 179 students in grades 4-6, Hinton Intermediate School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hinton Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Hinton Intermediate School's student population of 179 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hinton Intermediate School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hinton Intermediate School is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#43 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hinton Intermediate School's ranking?
Hinton Intermediate School is ranked #43 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Hinton Intermediate School?
179 students attend Hinton Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hinton Intermediate School students are White, 4% 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 Intermediate School?
Hinton Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hinton Intermediate School offer ?
Hinton Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hinton Intermediate School part of?
Hinton Intermediate School is part of Hinton Comm School District.
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