Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School

359 E Hilton St
Marengo, IA 52301
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 229 students in grades 7-12, Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to 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 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 229 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School's student population of 229 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School is 0.17, 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.
This School
State Level (IA)
#405 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
65-69%
68%
85-89%
70%
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
≥90%
90%
(22-23)
23.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School is ranked #405 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School?
229 students attend Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School students are White, 6% 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 Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School?
Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School offer ?
Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School part of?
Iowa Valley Jr-sr High School is part of Iowa Valley Comm School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 229 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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