Serving 275 students in grades 7-12, North Mahaska Jr-sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Mahaska Jr-Sr High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in New Sharon, IA, encompassing approximately 184.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 12.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Mahaska Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Mahaska Jr-sr High School's student population of 275 students has grown by 5% 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
275 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Motto
EDUCATE FOR SUCCESS FROM A TRADITION OF LIFELONG LEARNING
School Rankings
North Mahaska 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 Mahaska Jr-sr High School is 0.12, 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
#644 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Mahaska Jr-sr High School's ranking?
North Mahaska Jr-sr High School is ranked #644 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Mahaska Jr-sr High School often compared to?
North Mahaska Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oskaloosa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Mahaska Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of North Mahaska Jr-sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend North Mahaska Jr-sr High School?
275 students attend North Mahaska Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of North Mahaska Jr-sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Mahaska Jr-sr High School?
North Mahaska Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Mahaska Jr-sr High School offer ?
North Mahaska Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Mahaska Jr-sr High School part of?
North Mahaska Jr-sr High School is part of North Mahaska Comm School District.
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