Serving 1,007 students in grades 6-12, Iowa High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,007 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Iowa High School serves the eastern part of its school district in Iowa, LA, covering an area of approximately 79 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone of 7.2 miles and the furthest edge being 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iowa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Iowa High School's student population of 1,007 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,007 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Iowa High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iowa High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#399 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iowa High School's ranking?
Iowa High School is ranked #399 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Iowa High School often compared to?
Iowa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bell City High School, Lacassine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Iowa High School?
The graduation rate of Iowa High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Iowa High School?
1,007 students attend Iowa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Iowa High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iowa High School?
Iowa High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Iowa High School offer ?
Iowa High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Iowa High School part of?
Iowa High School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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