Serving 219 students in grades 7-12, Lenox 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lenox High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Lenox, IA, covering approximately 198.1 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles from the school to its edge, reaching up to 16.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lenox High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lenox High School's student population of 219 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
219 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Lenox 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 Lenox High School is 0.42, 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
#546 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
26%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
72%
70%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lenox High School's ranking?
Lenox High School is ranked #546 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Lenox High School often compared to?
Lenox High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orient-macksburg Senior High School, Lamoni High School by visitors of our site.
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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lenox High School?
The graduation rate of Lenox High School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Lenox High School?
219 students attend Lenox High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lenox High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lenox High School?
Lenox High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lenox High School offer ?
Lenox High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lenox High School part of?
Lenox High School is part of Lenox Comm School District.
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