Serving 1,051 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 37% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,051 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- 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 1,051 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,051 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Rankings
Iowa High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iowa High School is 0.55, 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
#410 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
32%
41%
White
59%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
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 #410 out of 1,251 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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 83%.
How many students attend Iowa High School?
1,051 students attend Iowa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Iowa High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iowa High School?
Iowa High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
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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