Serving 284 students in grades 7-12, Iola-scandinavia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Iola-Scandinavia High's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Iola, WI, covering approximately 133.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of about 6.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Iola-scandinavia High School's student population of 284 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Iola-scandinavia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iola-scandinavia High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1443 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iola-scandinavia High School's ranking?
Iola-scandinavia High School is ranked #1443 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Iola-scandinavia High School?
The graduation rate of Iola-scandinavia High School is 90%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Iola-scandinavia High School?
284 students attend Iola-scandinavia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Iola-scandinavia High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iola-scandinavia High School?
Iola-scandinavia High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Iola-scandinavia High School offer ?
Iola-scandinavia High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Iola-scandinavia High School part of?
Iola-scandinavia High School is part of Iola-Scandinavia School District.
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