Serving 106 students in grades 7-12, Mormon Trail Jr-sr 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 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School's student population of 106 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Mormon Trail Jr-sr 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 Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School is 0.17, 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
#845 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School is ranked #845 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School is 50%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School?
106 students attend Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School?
Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School offer ?
Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School part of?
Mormon Trail Jr-sr High School is part of Mormon Trail Community School District.
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