Le Mars High School serves 624 students in grades 9-12.
Le Mars High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Le Mars High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Le Mars High School's student population of 624 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Le Mars High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Le Mars High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#334 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
3%
7%
White
80%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Le Mars High School's ranking?
Le Mars High School is ranked #334 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Le Mars High School?
The graduation rate of Le Mars High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 89%.
How many students attend Le Mars High School?
624 students attend Le Mars High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Le Mars High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Le Mars High School?
Le Mars High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Le Mars High School offer ?
Le Mars High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Le Mars High School part of?
Le Mars High School is part of Le Mars Community School District.
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