Davenport North High School is a public high school built in the northern area of Davenport, Iowa. North High School was established in 1985 in the building that was formerly Wood Junior High.
Serving 1,190 students in grades 9-12, North 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 37% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North High School serves the east part of Davenport, IA, covering an area of approximately 12.7 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North High School's student population of 1,190 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,190 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1985
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
North 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 High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1149 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
27%
7%
White
45%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North High School's ranking?
North High School is ranked #1149 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North High School often compared to?
North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North High School?
The graduation rate of North High School is 77%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend North High School?
1,190 students attend North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of North High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North High School?
North High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North High School offer ?
North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North High School part of?
North High School is part of Davenport Comm School District.
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