Serving 662 students in grades 9-12, Le Mars High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Le Mars High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Le Mars, IA, encompassing approximately 265 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 14.5 miles away.
- 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:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Le Mars High School's student population of 662 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
662 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Le Mars High 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 Le Mars High School is 0.45, 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
#700 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Le Mars High School's ranking?
Le Mars High School is ranked #700 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Le Mars High School often compared to?
Le Mars High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% 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 87.5%.
How many students attend Le Mars High School?
662 students attend Le Mars High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Le Mars High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Le Mars High School?
Le Mars High School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Le Mars High School part of?
Le Mars High School is part of Le Mars Comm School District.
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