Serving 1,081 students in grades 9-12, North Scott High School ranks in the top 30% 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 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,081 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North Scott Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Eldridge, IA, encompassing approximately 215.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 14.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Scott High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Scott High School's student population of 1,081 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,081 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Scott High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Scott High School is 0.27, 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
#314 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
85%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
93%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Scarlet, Silver
School Mascot
Lancers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Scott High School's ranking?
North Scott High School is ranked #314 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Scott High School often compared to?
North Scott High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bettendorf High School, Pleasant Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Scott High School?
The graduation rate of North Scott High School is 93%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend North Scott High School?
1,081 students attend North Scott High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of North Scott High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Scott High School?
North Scott High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Scott High School offer ?
North Scott High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Scott High School part of?
North Scott High School is part of North Scott Comm School District.
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