Serving 297 students in grades 7-12, Lisbon Secondary ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lisbon Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lisbon Secondary's student population of 297 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students, Creating Possibilities
School Rankings
Lisbon Secondary ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lisbon Secondary is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#250 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
95%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lisbon Secondary's ranking?
Lisbon Secondary is ranked #250 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Lisbon Secondary often compared to?
Lisbon Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Vernon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lisbon Secondary?
The graduation rate of Lisbon Secondary is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lisbon Secondary?
297 students attend Lisbon Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Lisbon Secondary students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lisbon Secondary?
Lisbon Secondary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lisbon Secondary offer ?
Lisbon Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lisbon Secondary part of?
Lisbon Secondary is part of Lisbon Comm School District.
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