Serving 342 students in grades 7-12, John R Mott Jr/hi School ranks in the bottom 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 47% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John R Mott High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Postville, IA, covering approximately 121.5 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 6.7 miles and the furthest edge located 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John R Mott Jr/hi School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
John R Mott Jr/hi School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John R Mott Jr/hi School is 0.43, 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
#1107 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-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)16.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2011–2025. 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 John R Mott Jr/hi School's ranking?
John R Mott Jr/hi School is ranked #1107 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are John R Mott Jr/hi School often compared to?
John R Mott Jr/hi Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waukon High School, Kee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of John R Mott Jr/hi School?
The graduation rate of John R Mott Jr/hi School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend John R Mott Jr/hi School?
342 students attend John R Mott Jr/hi School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of John R Mott Jr/hi School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John R Mott Jr/hi School?
John R Mott Jr/hi School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does John R Mott Jr/hi School offer ?
John R Mott Jr/hi School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John R Mott Jr/hi School part of?
John R Mott Jr/hi School is part of Postville Comm School District.
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