Serving 1,165 students in grades 9-12, Indianola High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indianola High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Indianola, IA, covering approximately 161 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest point being 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indianola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Indianola High School's student population of 1,165 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,165 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indianola High 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 Indianola High School is 0.21, 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
#661 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
89%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
93%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indianola High School's ranking?
Indianola High School is ranked #661 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Indianola High School often compared to?
Indianola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlisle High School, Norwalk Senior High School, Southeast Warren Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Indianola High School?
The graduation rate of Indianola High School is 93%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Indianola High School?
1,165 students attend Indianola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Indianola High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indianola High School?
Indianola High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Indianola High School offer ?
Indianola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indianola High School part of?
Indianola High School is part of Indianola Comm School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great academic opportunities! Many fine arts, atheletics, and clubs available. Known for their state champion debate team and state ranked cross country team. Nice school facilities and newly built football and baseball fields. New improvements are coming with the $1 million by the MLB's Casey Blake, and IHS alumn. Parents are actively involved in students' academic and extracurricular progress. The wonderful community adds to the pleasure of living in this fine town!!
1 10/10/2025
The high school is simply terrible it has major problems with bullying but the teachers won't do a thing about it and all students are strictly monitered, the place is like a prison and kills creativity
5 10/10/2025
Indianola High School offers a wide variety of activities and clubs. They have worked hard to build a solid community where everyone can have a place to feel welcome. The students are just amazing people, and the teachers and administrators go above and beyond.
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