Serving 312 students in grades 9-12, Mediapolis High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Mediapolis High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 236.1 square miles around Mediapolis, IA. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mediapolis High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mediapolis High School's student population of 312 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
312 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mediapolis High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mediapolis High School is 0.12, 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
#121 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Mediapolis High School's ranking?
Mediapolis High School is ranked #121 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Mediapolis High School often compared to?
Mediapolis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School, Burlington Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mediapolis High School?
The graduation rate of Mediapolis High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Mediapolis High School?
312 students attend Mediapolis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mediapolis High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mediapolis High School?
Mediapolis High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mediapolis High School offer ?
Mediapolis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mediapolis High School part of?
Mediapolis High School is part of Mediapolis Comm School District.
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