Serving 318 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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- 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%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Mediapolis High School's student population of 318 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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 0.13, 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
#121 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 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 90%.
How many students attend Mediapolis High School?
318 students attend Mediapolis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mediapolis High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 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 13:1, 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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