Serving 151 students in grades 7-12, Melcher-dallas High School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Melcher-Dallas High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 63.7 square miles in Melcher Dallas, IA. The zone typically allows for a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Melcher-dallas High School's student population of 151 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
151 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Melcher-dallas 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 Melcher-dallas High School is 0.06, 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
#955 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
97%
70%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Inspire, Learn, Lead, Together
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melcher-dallas High School's ranking?
Melcher-dallas High School is ranked #955 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Melcher-dallas High School often compared to?
Melcher-dallas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Knoxville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Melcher-dallas High School?
The graduation rate of Melcher-dallas High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Melcher-dallas High School?
151 students attend Melcher-dallas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Melcher-dallas High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melcher-dallas High School?
Melcher-dallas High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melcher-dallas High School offer ?
Melcher-dallas High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Melcher-dallas High School part of?
Melcher-dallas High School is part of Melcher-Dallas Comm School District.
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