North Butler High School is a rural public high school in Greene, Iowa, United States. It is a part of the North Butler Community School District; it was operated by the Greene Community School District until 2011, when that district merged into the North Butler district.
Serving 261 students in grades 7-12, North Butler 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 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is equal to 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Butler Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
North Butler Jr/sr High School's student population of 261 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue, Maize
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Butler 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 North Butler Jr/sr 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
#730 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bearcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Butler Jr/sr High School's ranking?
North Butler Jr/sr High School is ranked #730 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Butler Jr/sr High School often compared to?
North Butler Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Butler Elementary School, Clarksville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Butler Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of North Butler Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Butler Jr/sr High School?
261 students attend North Butler Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of North Butler Jr/sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 North Butler Jr/sr High School?
North Butler Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Butler Jr/sr High School offer ?
North Butler Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Butler Jr/sr High School part of?
North Butler Jr/sr High School is part of North Butler Comm School District.
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