Serving 498 students in grades 9-12, Nevada 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 61% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nevada High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Nevada, IA, covering approximately 116.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 10.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nevada High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nevada High School's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nevada 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 Nevada High School is 0.33, 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
#660 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
81%
70%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nevada High School's ranking?
Nevada High School is ranked #660 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Nevada High School often compared to?
Nevada High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilbert High School, Ames High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nevada High School?
The graduation rate of Nevada High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Nevada High School?
498 students attend Nevada High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Nevada High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nevada High School?
Nevada High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nevada High School offer ?
Nevada High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nevada High School part of?
Nevada High School is part of Nevada Comm School District.
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