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 (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Iowa Valley Jr-Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Marengo, IA, covering approximately 104.3 square miles. The area allows for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest point located 9.8 miles away.
- 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
Science 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)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#405 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
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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